Graduate Certificate Program
Program Code: GRCT-ED
Major Code: ADE

Higher Education Administration and Adult Education Department
Bacon Hall 306, (716) 878-4214
adulteducation.buffalostate.edu

The graduate certificate in adult education is designed for professionals who desire graduate-level training in the discipline of adult education. The graduate certificate program consists of four courses from the master of science in adult education program. Certificate program courses can be applied toward the master’s degree in adult education. This program does not lead to teaching certification.

The graduate certificate program is offered 100% online.

Admission Requirements

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (4.0 scale), or a master’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale).
2. A letter describing the applicant’s interest in the field and experience with teaching or administering adult programs.
3. Applicants may be asked to participate in a phone or online interview at the discretion of the adult education coordinator.

In addition, all applicants should review the Admission to a Graduate Program section in this catalog.

Application Deadline

Applicants must apply by August 1 for fall admission or by December 1 for spring admission. No applications are accepted for summer admission.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

Completion of the 12 required credit hours with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA