M.Ed. in Learning Design and Training (Online)

Become an expert in Learning Design & Training by earning your master's degree online Prepare to train and educate adults when you earn your master’s degree in Learning Design & Training. Through our online degree program, you’ll learn to build educational programs and engage adult learners using a variety of delivery formats. Students in the Learning Design and Training Program work in many fields, including: Adult basic education Athletics coaching Corporate and workplace training Emergency medical services (EMS) education English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction Health education Higher education instruction Instructional design Learning and development Program planning Outdoor education Many other fields involving adult learning Learn strategic approaches to adult education Through project-based assignments you'll receive real-world knowledge you can apply on the job. You will learn to think more strategically about: Adult learning theory Instructional design Methods of instruction Learning technologies Learning transfer Program assessment Engage with a diverse learning community Participate with classmates from a wide variety of fields and backgrounds. Offered through the School of Education in the College of Health and Human Sciences, the online master's in Learning Design & Training program gives you the skills to teach in a variety of adult learning environments within a culturally diverse global context. Collaborative projects encourage individual and professional growth through exposure to other colleagues. Advisors assist you in becoming a critically reflective practitioner, capable of conducting and communicating workplace research as it relates to and informs the field of adult learning and training. Graduate certificate option also available If you're not ready to pursue a master's degree, CSU offers two 12-credit Graduate Certificates that provide focused, practical knowledge in key areas of education. Facilitating Adult Learning: This certificate builds a strong foundation in adult learning theory, teaching methods, and instructional design. Inclusive Teaching Strategies in College: This program equips learners with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively teach in face-to-face, hybrid, and online post-secondary settings. These certificates offer a flexible, lower-commitment option compared to a full graduate degree. Additionally, coursework from either certificate may be applied toward the Learning Design & Training master’s degree upon admission to the program. Health and Human Science Matters Podcast Find out how CSU’s research is making an impact by tuning into the Health and Human Science Matters Podcast, a collection of lively, engaging conversations with members of the college community.

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited postsecondary institution or a CSU-recognized international institution is required.

GRE scores are not required.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission to the degree specialization. Admission is based on a number of factors, including prior academic and professional experience, your personal statement, and fit with the program.