{"id":10758,"date":"2015-05-21T16:24:36","date_gmt":"2015-05-21T21:24:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program&#038;p=10758"},"modified":"2026-05-21T11:54:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T16:54:18","slug":"master-of-education-higher-adult-and-lifelong-education","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/program\/master-of-education-higher-adult-and-lifelong-education\/","title":{"rendered":"M.Ed. Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\">The\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\">Master of Education in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\">\u00a0at Southern Arkansas University is designed for professionals\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\">seeking<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW7189438 BCX0\">\u00a0to lead and innovate in post-secondary environments, corporate training, and community education. This program offers a flexible, practitioner-focused curriculum to help you advance your career in the evolving landscape of adult learning.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW7189438 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Choose SAU for your M.Ed. in HALE?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0The\u00a0HALE degree specifically targets the unique needs of adult learners.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Affordability:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Ranked among the most affordable graduate degrees in the nation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flexibility:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Designed for working professionals with a fully online structure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Customization:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Tailor your coursework to match your specific field, whether\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0adult education, student affairs, or corporate training.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Supportive Faculty:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Learn from experienced instructors who prioritize practical application and personal mentorship.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Skills You Will Gain<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:60,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Adult Learning Theory:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Understanding how adults process information and stay motivated.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Program Development:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Administrative Leadership:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Navigating the legal, financial, and ethical complexities of higher education.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Instructional Design:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Creating effective digital and physical learning environments.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Faculty &amp; 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This program offers a flexible, practitioner-focused curriculum to help you advance your career in the evolving landscape of adult learning.\u00a0 Why Choose SAU for your M.Ed. in&#8230; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/program\/master-of-education-higher-adult-and-lifelong-education\/\"> Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":17726,"menu_order":0,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":"","_genesis_title":"","_genesis_description":"","_genesis_noindex":"","_genesis_nofollow":"","_genesis_noarchive":"","_genesis_canonical_uri":"","_open_graph_title":"","_open_graph_description":"","_twitter_title":"","_twitter_description":"","_social_image_url":"","_social_image_id":"","redirect":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"college_department":[18312,75,18307],"delivery":[28834],"types":[28851],"class_list":["post-10758","program","type-program","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","college_department-counseling-and-professional-studies","college_department-college-of-education","college_department-school-of-graduate-studies","delivery-online","types-graduate","entry"],"acf":{"page_layout":"standard","landing_page_url":"","department_college":"<a href=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/education\/academic-programs\/cps\/\">Counseling and Professional Studies<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/education\/\">College of Education and Human Performance<\/a>","badge_text":"","Number_of_Hours":"30","tuition_instate":"~ $6,894 per year","tuition_outstate":"~ $9,810 per year","estimated_total_tuition":"","start_dates":"Multiple entry points (Fall, Spring, and Summer)","duration":"As little as 12- 18 months","Degree Plans":"<a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.saumag.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=9&amp;poid=2105&amp;returnto=344\">2025-2026<\/a>","Program_Contact_Info":"[dirswitch contacts=\"mayo-melody\"]","Catalog Entry":"The program is comprised of 30 required hours. 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This ensures your degree meets rigorous academic standards and is recognized by employers and doctoral programs nationwide.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW97167682 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span>","Testimonials":"[su_testimonial name=\"Lydia Barnhart\" company=\"Recruitment Coordinator for Texarkana College\" photo=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/files\/2015\/05\/HALE-Lydia-Barnhart-e1521473787962-150x150.png\"]I chose to further my education at Southern Arkansas University because they offered the degree I needed to progress in my career at an affordable cost. The Higher Adult Education Program was the perfect choice in advancing my career because the online structure is designed to conveniently fit into my busy schedule. My professors were wonderful, and I felt that they truly cared about my education. The professors encouraged practical application of the course material to use our personal and professional experiences to enhance our learning process. I appreciated how personable the faculty and staff members were during the enrollment process, and I knew that SAU was the right decision from the very beginning. [\/su_testimonial]\r\n\r\n[su_testimonial name=\"Sarah Adcox\" photo=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/files\/2018\/03\/HALE-Sarah-Adcox-e1521475985717.jpg\" company=\"Director, Mulerider Activity Center\/Intramurals, SAU\"]When SAU\u2019s School of Graduate Studies added the HALE program, I was very interested and knew that this was a program that would be a good fit for me and what I wanted to do to further my career. I think the HALE program is a well-rounded program and the courses available are challenging and taught by experienced, knowledgeable instructors. I chose SAU for graduate school for a couple of reasons: I received my undergraduate degree here and wanted to further my education but I couldn\u2019t see myself attending anywhere but SAU, and because Dr. Kim Bloss and Melody Mayo were both so incredibly helpful and encouraging throughout my experience with the HALE program.[\/su_testimonial]\r\n\r\n[su_testimonial name=\"Mandi Haynes, M.Ed., RT(R) (ARRT)\" photo=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/files\/2018\/03\/HALE-Mandi-Haynes.jpg\" company=\"Clinical Coordinator, Radiologic Technology program, South Arkansas Community College\"]The HALE program was a perfect fit for me! With its wide array of courses from which to choose, this program allowed me to tailor my graduate education to my unique position as a healthcare educator at the college level. The opportunity to choose coursework which emphasized various aspects of higher education has provided a great benefit to me in my current employment. I\u2019m grateful to have found a program which allows the full utilization of both my undergraduate and graduate fields of study, despite the two being largely unrelated.[\/su_testimonial]\r\n\r\n[su_testimonial name=\"Lavana J. Kindle, M.S., M.Ed.\" photo=\"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/academics\/files\/2018\/03\/HALE-Lavana-Kindle-e1521475911638-150x150.jpg\" company=\"Supplemental Instruction Coordinator, SAU\"]I am thankful for the Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE) master\u2019s degree at SAU! I was set for a master\u2019s degree in Curriculum Development, but it just did not seem like the right fit until the HALE option came along. It worked perfectly for me since I am a lifelong learner myself. 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