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Program Availability
Online (Asynchronous)
Schedule
20 hours of self-paced study per week
Complete Your Diploma in 52 Weeks, Fully Online and At Your Own Pace
Organisations everywhere are investing in upskilling, and someone has to build the training for that. Oxford College’s Adult Education and Training (AET) diploma equips you to design, deliver, and evaluate learning experiences for adult audiences across post-secondary, corporate, and community settings.
- Build a capstone training program customised to a learner group
- Master the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model and other instructional design frameworks used across the industry
- Learn to apply artificial intelligence tools to personalise and enhance learning design
A Program That Goes Beyond Traditional Teacher Training
You’ll graduate with working knowledge of AI-enabled learning platforms, coaching and mentoring frameworks, and asynchronous facilitation, skills most competing programs treat as afterthoughts rather than core curriculum.
Although the program is self-paced, it is not unstructured. Each course has academic timelines, learning outcomes, and assessment requirements. You are expected to complete modules and exams in order and meet program deadlines to remain in good academic standing.
The Benefits of an Adult Education and Training Diploma
A diploma from an accredited Canadian institution positions you to step directly into instructional roles across career colleges, corporate training departments, and community organisations.
Our graduates leave equipped to design curriculum, run needs assessments, and facilitate both synchronous and asynchronous sessions, meaning you’re not just certified; you’re deployable and employable.
Master the ADDIE Model and the Skills Behind Effective Adult Training
- Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE)
- Training needs assessment and program planning
- Learning management systems and digital authoring tools
- Facilitation for virtual and asynchronous environments
- Coaching, mentoring, and reflective practice
- Artificial intelligence in learning design and delivery
Help Someone Learn, Adapt, and Grow In Their Own Career
Your ability to translate complex material into something a learner can use is what separates a good trainer from a forgettable one.
Your structure, empathy, and instructional judgment will come to the forefront as an Adult Education and Training graduate.
Many Unique Benefits
Capstone project where you design and present a full training program for a real learner group or organisation
Dedicated coursework in artificial intelligence integration for learning design
Training in reflective practice using established models like Kolb and Gibbs
1040 hours of structured, self-paced online learning
All instruction delivered through the Canvas learning management system
Weekly hour tracking built into the platform, so you always know where you stand
Flexible Program Options
Balancing a full-time job with a career change doesn’t have to mean putting your goals on hold. Oxford College’s Adult Education and Training program is fully asynchronous, meaning you set your own hours around a 20-hour weekly commitment rather than a fixed class schedule. For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
Study Format and Delivery
The entire program is delivered asynchronously online, with no fixed daily class times. You’re expected to commit roughly 20 hours per week to readings, multimedia lessons, interactive activities, and discussion forums, all trackable through Canvas so you and your instructors always know your progress.
This structure is built for people balancing work, family, or other commitments who still want a fixed 52-week path to academic completion.
Key learnings
On successful completion of the Adult Education and Training program, you will be equipped to design instructional content, assess training needs, and facilitate learning for adult audiences.
- Instructional Design and Curriculum Development
- Training Needs Assessment and Program Planning
- Digital Learning Tools and LMS-Based Delivery
- Coaching and Mentoring for Workplace Learning
- Reflective Practice in Higher Education
- Artificial Intelligence in Learning Design
Real-world experience: The capstone project
Rather than a placement, you’ll demonstrate your skills through a capstone project: designing a full training program for a specific learner group or organisational context.
You’ll conduct a needs assessment, build out learning outcomes and curriculum structure, develop supporting materials, and present a complete implementation and evaluation plan, mirroring the actual deliverables of a working instructional designer.
Countless Career Opportunities
Upon course completion and graduation, you can work in any of the following settings:
- Private Career Colleges and Community Colleges
- Corporate Training and Human Resources Departments
- Community and Not-for-Profit Organizations
- Government-Funded Employment and Skills Training Initiatives
- Training and E-Learning Consulting Firms
- Freelance and Contract Instructional Design
Adult Education and Training Professional Salary
$59,950
Median Annual Salary
85–93%
Employment Rate for Educators and Trainers*
- Median pay ranges from under $35,000 at the entry level to over $95,000 for experienced professionals
- Roles found across adult learning centres, community programs, corporate training, and correctional and institutional settings
- Training in Instructional Design, Digital Learning Tools & Coaching
*Employment rate reflects general figures for educators and trainers holding a university degree or specialised professional training in developed economies.
Program details
Do you want to teach, train, and support adult learners in post-secondary, workplace, or community settings? The Adult Education and Training diploma teaches you a strong foundation in adult learning theory, instructional design, training needs assessment, and digital learning technologies, all delivered in a fully online, asynchronous format.
You’ll gain practical skills in planning, delivering, and evaluating training programs, with dedicated coursework in reflective practice, coaching and mentoring, and the integration of artificial intelligence into learning design. The program culminates in a capstone project where you design and present a complete training program for a specific learner group or organisational context.
Course Listings: Adult Education and Training
- Theories & Principles of Adult Learning — 100 Hours
- Instructional Design & Curriculum Development — 120 Hours
- Needs Assessment & Training Program Planning — 120 Hours
- Learning Technologies & Digital Learning Tools — 120 Hours
- Training Delivery, Facilitation & Evaluation — 80 Hours
- Coaching & Mentoring for Workplace Learning — 120 Hours
- Enhancing Reflective Learning in Higher Education — 120 Hours
- Adapting Training Delivery for Asynchronous Environments — 120 Hours
- Integrating Artificial Intelligence in Learning Design and Delivery — 80 Hours
- Capstone Project: Comprehensive Training Program — 60 Hours
Admission Requirements
University degree or college diploma from an accredited Canadian institution, or a recognised international credential equivalency (ICAS/WES).
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you a superior fast-track education.
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training.
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training.
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs, making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process.
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford College Graduate