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Diploma in Adult Education

This is a seven course program that offers instructors in-depth development of their teaching expertise. Designed for working educators, it provides advanced skills in:

  • Adult learning
  • Education leadership
  • Educational technology
  • Psychology of adult learners
  • Theory and practice of student centered learning

Who Enrolls in this Program?

The Diploma in Adult Education is designed for educators who work with mature learners and instruct in both formal and non-credit environments.

Graduates gain:

  • Improved instructional expertise
  • Enhanced professional knowledge and confidence
  • University credit towards a bachelor's degree

Why Should I Take This Program?

The Diploma in Adult Education is built on the knowledge and skills developed in the BC Provincial Instructor Diploma Program and further enriches an instructor's competency. Course credit can be applied to some Bachelor's Degree programs in British Columbia.

Certificate Courses

There are three courses in this certificate program:

  • Educational Project Management (EDUC 4104)
  • Foundations of Applied Education (EDUC 4106)
  • Managing Adult Educational Programs (EDUC 4108)

What Will I Learn?

There are seven courses in this diploma program:

  • Reflective Practice (AD 3301)
  • Developmental Psychology (AD 3302)
  • Technology in Education (AD 3303)
  • Educational Leadership (AD 3304)
  • Cooperative Learning (AD 3304)
  • Interactive Teaching and Learning (AD 3401)
  • Learning and the Brain (AD 3403)

How is the Program Offered?

Each course is 30 hours and delivered on weekdays, weekends, or online. See the course schedule PDF Document for more information.

Pre-Requisites

  • Have completed the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program or equivalent
  • Be currently employed as an instructor, trainer, or program administrator in education or training
  • Have a specialized field or profession with recognized education, training, and qualifications

Outcomes of the Program

Upon successful completion of the Diploma in Adult Education you will be able to:

  • Practice curriculum design and implementation with improved knowledge and appreciation
  • Incorporate digital technology, computer media, and related technology in the learning environment
  • Apply social learning theory through the use of group and cooperative learning techniques and strategies
  • Develop teaching and learning strategies that address the central issues in dealing with multi-cultural, multi-lingual students
  • Incorporate appropriate instructional techniques that reflect current learning principles from cognitive psychology and brain research
  • Practice instructional leadership in an ethical and professional manner in order to encourage program and faculty development
  • Improve adult learning through the application of concepts derived from human development research

Registration and Course Fees

New students are required to submit an Application for Admission PDF Document, $30.00 application fee and documents supporting your area of expertise. You may enroll for courses at the location of your choice on receiving your "Letter of Acceptance".

A current list of course fees can be found at the Enrollment and Fees section of the VCC School of Instructor Education website.