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Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning

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May 26, 2025

Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning

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May 26, 2025

Encourage a sense of curiosity in adult learners—and fuel your passion for teaching.

Education is lifelong curiosity. The Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning (Non-Licensure) is designed for professionals who want to inspire and support adult learners.

Piquing the interest of adults is a much different challenge than appealing to younger students. Develop the knowledge to lead successful adult learning programs within higher education institutions, corporations, and other workforce settings.

You will examine adult learning theories, explore best practices for facilitating program planning and assessment, and develop leadership skills to effectively engage and motivate adults to create change across their institutions and workplaces.

Credits from the Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning can be applied toward Walden’s Doctor of Education (EdD) program.

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Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

Build Your Education Plan
3 MINUTE QUIZ

Build an Education Plan, Suited for You

Create and download your comprehensive plan with scholarships, financial aid, credit transfer, and more!

Build Your Education Plan

Program Details

Expand Your Impact

Discover what it’s like to earn your Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning online at Walden, from our transfer-of-credit policy to our immersive curriculum.

 

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Curriculum and Completion Requirements

 

Curriculum

Completion Requirements

  • 20 quarter credits

View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.

Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.

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Admissions

Work one-on-one with an Enrollment Specialist who’ll guide you through every step—from choosing the right program to paying for your education.

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Streamlined Admissions Process

Earning your Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning online is a big decision, which is why we’ve streamlined and simplified the admissions process. Start your journey with:

  • No application fee

  • Easy credit transfer

  • No essay

View Admission Criteria

Since our certificate programs are offered at different levels, admission requirements vary. Call 855-646-52861 to find out the admission requirements for your certificate program of interest.

Exceptions and other requirements may apply, depending on the program you choose. Consult your Walden Enrollment Specialist about admission requirements for specific degree programs. Call 855-646-5286 in the United States or see a list of international toll-free phone numbers.

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Tuition and Scholarships

We believe you can achieve your goals—and we are here to support you along your journey. Request information to learn more about scholarships and financial aid for those who apply and qualify.

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Tuition Breakdown

Cost matters when you’re exploring online certificate programs. Walden helps make your goals more achievable with several ways to reduce your tuition:

  • Tuition savings

  • Transfer credits

  • Grants and scholarships

PROGRAM SAVINGS

Want to quickly build new skills and knowledge? We want to put your goals within reach. Receive a 10% Tuition savings for the life of the program when you start this program. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.

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Curriculum ComponentRequirementsCostamount
Tuition20 quarter credit hours$660 per quarter hour$13,200
Program FeePer quarter$180$720
   $13,920*

*The tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost $1,000–1,400.

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