Adult Education Professional Development
Login to MoodleWelcome to the Professional Development page for Adult Education programs. The success of our learners begins with the dedication, expertise, and continuous growth of the educators and staff who serve them.
Research shows that the quality of instruction is the greatest predictor of student success, making professional learning an essential investment for our programs. We believe active participation in on-going professional development supports staff retention, fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, and promotes consistency in instructional quality. These benefits lead to stronger programs and better outcomes for our learners.
We are honored to partner with you in your professional growth and lifelong learning. Explore our various professional development opportunities, designed to empower our programs and improve the outcomes of our learners in adult education.
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Since 2012, NCCCS has offered a robust credentialing system that equips educators with evidence-based teaching methodologies tailored to Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE), and English as a Second Language (ESL). The five instructor credentialing courses equip educators with the required qualifications and competencies to effectively deliver high-quality adult education instruction.
All courses are...
- Accessible to full or part-time Title II instructors or community-based volunteers;
- Ten weeks long;
- Online and asynchronous;
- With scheduled assignments due every week via the NC Title II Moodle Portal.
Scholarship Opportunities
Commitment
- Applicants will spend approximately three hours per week, completing the required assignments by the weekly due date.
- Applicants must complete coursework by the course end date.
- Fulfillment of course requirements will result in a credential certificate of 30 professional development hours for the applicant.
Application Process
Prospective participants are required to complete an application for a scholarship to participate in the course.
Scholarship applications may be submitted, after the applicant has discussed their professional development goals with their program director.
Scholarship links will open to receive applications approximately six weeks prior to the start of each course.
Prospective participants cannot enroll in courses that run concurrently. Please ensure you apply to one course per semester. This includes the courses in the instructor boot camps.
Fundamentals of Teaching ESL Part I
September 14, 2026 - November 22, 2026
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Fundamentals of Teaching Adult Learners Part I
September 21, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Fundamentals of Teaching ESL Part II
January 25, 2027 - April 4, 2027
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Teaching Adult Secondary Mathematics
February 1, 2027 - April 11, 2027
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Fundamentals of Teaching Adult Learners Part II
February 15, 2027 - April 25, 2027
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Instructor Boot Camps
NCCCS offers two comprehensive boot camps, designed to train instructors and administrators in emerging technologies, such as generative AI and distance learning.
**IMPORTANT NOTE: these courses do not meet the requirements of an instructional credential, as outlined in the NC Title II Providers’ Guide.**
All boot camps are...
- Accessible to full or part-time Title II staff members or community-based volunteers;
- Five weeks long;
- Online and asynchronous;
- With scheduled assignments due every week via the NC Title II Moodle Portal.
Optional one-hour weekly synchronous sessions, conducted on Zoom, will provide an opportunity to discuss course content, address questions, and explore advanced applications of the material.
Mastering Live Online Instruction Boot Camp
Designed to help instructors create and facilitate intentionally engaging synchronous online learning experiences across ABE, ASE, CTE and ELA contexts, this course provides the tools to structure and improve online learning and engagement, while increasing comfort and confidence with cutting edge EdTech tools.
Beginner and experienced online instructors are encouraged to apply.
Generative AI Boot Camp for Adult Ed Professionals
Designed to enhance skills in leveraging and integrating generative AI across ABE, ASE, HSE and ELA contexts, this course provides the tools to optimize lesson planning, develop engaging instructional materials, and streamline administrative tasks.
Beginner and experienced AI users are welcome.
Scholarship Opportunities
Commitment
- Applicants will spend approximately three hours per week, completing the required assignments by the weekly due date.
- Applicants must also commit to completing the coursework by the course end date.
- Fulfillment of course requirements will result in a certificate of 15 professional development hours for the applicant.
Application Process
Prospective participants are required to complete an application for a scholarship to participate in the course.
Scholarship applications may be submitted, after the applicant has discussed their professional development goals with their program director.
Scholarship links will open to receive applications approximately six weeks prior to the start of each course.
Prospective participants cannot enroll in courses that run concurrently. Please ensure you apply to one course per semester. This includes the courses in the instructor credentialing series.
Mastering Live Online Instruction Boot Camp
September 21, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
AI Boot Camp for Adult Education Professionals
October 12, 2026 - November 15, 2026
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Mastering Live Online Instruction Boot Camp
April 19, 2027 - May 23, 2027
Scholarship applications open approximately six weeks prior to the start of the course.
Director Professional Development
These activities represent a series of professional development events designed to strengthen Title II Directors’ leadership, program management, and implementation of Adult Education programs.
Many of these webinars and trainings are not limited to Title II director positions. Registration information provides details on the target audience and pertinent staff members recommended to attend.
Instructor Professional Development
In addition to our robust credentialing system and instructor-facilitated boot camps, the adult education team offers annual webinar series, with a laser focus on effective instructional techniques and strategies. Supporting educators at every stage of their career, our webinars series are designed to help new instructors establish a solid foundation while enabling seasoned professionals to strengthen and expand their instructional expertise.
In-Person Professional Development Events
The following in-person professional development events provide adult ed staff with collaborative, hands-on learning opportunities to strengthen instructional practices and program delivery.
Registration opens approximately eight weeks prior to the event date.
2026-2027 PY Adult Ed Convocation
September 16-17, 2026
Cape Fear Community College
Per the 2025 Provider's Guide, programs are required to send a representative to this obligatory training.
NCCCS System Conference
Raleigh Convention Center
Eastern/Central Region PD Day
April 23, 2027
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Attendance will result in a Certificate of Participation for 5 professional development hours
Mountain/Central Region PD Day
April 30, 2027
Caldwell Community College & TI
Attendance will result in a Certificate of Participation for 5 professional development hours
Upcoming Program Support Events
The following related events support the implementation and continuous improvement of high-quality Adult Education programs.
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IIPS Summer Conference
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July 13–15, 2026
Charlotte, North Carolina
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NCWorks Partnership Conference
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October 14–16, 2026
Greensboro, North Carolina
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NC Center for Nonprofits Conference
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October 20–21, 2026
Raleigh, North Carolina
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| Families Learning Conference |
November 8–11, 2026
San Antonio, Texas
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Families Learning Conference Website |
| Adult Education Workforce Summit |
Spring 2027
Raleigh, North Carolina
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Registration link will open approximately eight weeks prior to the event |
| TESOL Conference |
March 15–18, 2027
Houston, Texas
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TESOL Conference Website |
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COABE Conference
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April 11–14, 2027
New Orleans, Louisiana
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COABE Conference Website |
Information Repositories
To support program implementation and compliance, the Adult Education team maintains repositories on our NCCC CCR Moodle platform, providing centralized access to records, resources, and documentation related to key program processes, including:
- The approval process for implementing an Integrated Education & Training (IET) program; and
- Course plans for state-approved membership hour classes
These repositories are available through self-enrollment. Any access questions or issues can be forwarded to the CCR Professional Development and Distance Learning Specialist (Leigh Davidson at davidsonl@nccommunitycolleges.edu).
Career Pathways
CCR Membership Hour Course Plans
Professional Development Team
| Name | Title | Contact Information |
| Daniel Loges | Director of Professional Development and Distance Learning for Federal Programs | logesd@nccommunitycolleges.edu |
| Leigh Davidson | Professional Development and Distance Learning Specialist for Federal Programs | davidsonl@nccommunitycolleges.edu |
