Training and Development
Programs

MED in Training & Development
(Online)

T&D Certificate Program
(Online)

MS in Human Resource Development
(On-campus)

Ph.D. in Educational Research & Policy Analysis with
Workforce Development Focus
(On-campus)

Master of Education (M.Ed.)
in Training and Development
via Distance Learning

Program Overview

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Training and Development is a distance-delivered curriculum. Courses are delivered using the Internet and integrated multimedia. There is no required on-campus attendance. However, you will be asked to participate in an online orientation prior to beginning your program..

While the degree program is offered on-line, it is built on principles of adult learning emphasizing interaction, collaboration, and team learning. It is also designed primarily for the working adult completing graduate studies on a part-time basis. Students are required to maintain continuous enrollment in the Fall and Spring semesters once accepted into the program.

Curriculum

The Master of Education degree in Training and Development is designed for entering or experienced training professionals who work in internal or external training positions in business, industry, military, government, and not-for-profit organizations. The program is structured around a core body of knowledge in adult education and the principles and theories of human performance improvement. The curriculum builds advanced understandings and skills in program design and the applications of learning theory incorporating principles, research, and practice. Individuals completing this master's program will have sufficient professional knowledge and skill for entry or advancement in instructional design, and instructional, administrative, or evaluation positions that involve performance-based training.

Students enrolled in the M.Ed. distance education will follow complete a specific set of courses during their program. A listing of the required courses can be found on the T&D M.Ed. - Student Planning Worksheet (pdf). This sheet can also be used to help students plan when and in what order to enroll in courses. Descriptions of these courses are provided on the NCSU listing of courses.

Admission Information

Please refer to the Apply section of this website for complete information on requirements and the application period.

For More Information

Download a program flyer (pdf format)

You can also contact the program coordinator:

Diane Chapman
Teaching Associate Professor
NC State University
Campus Box 7801
Raleigh, NC 27695-7801

tdonline_info@ncsu.edu
(919) 513-1568

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