Adult Education Programs at Belhaven College
Belhaven College has long recognized that adult students have unique needs and abilities. The continuing education programs at our Jackson college are cost- and time-effective, highly practical, and excellent for self-motivated students who want to learn at their own pace. In addition to the adult education programs hosted at our Jackson campus, Belhaven College also offers online degree programs. Our online programs are accredited and are just as demanding as the campus-based programs. However, they are designed to make heavy use of technology and fit seamlessly into students' existing schedules and lifestyles. Those who participate in our online programs enjoy the freedom to watch lectures at any time of the day or night, as well as personal attention from their professors.
The Importance of Continuing Education
Adult students enroll in our online programs or at our Jackson campus because they are seeking personal fulfillment as well as advancement in their professions. Increasingly, employers are coming to expect that their employees have bachelor's and even master's degrees. Many adults are returning to school after many years because they wish to reach a new level of expertise and value to their employers. At Belhaven College, we do much more than increase students' marketability. Our small liberal arts college embraces a Christian worldview and prepares students to make wise life choices. Our overarching mission is to prepare students to contribute to a diverse, complex and rapidly changing world, and to help them find their calling.
Belhaven's Approach to Adult Education
Belhaven's adult education programs give adult students a great deal of flexibility and choice. We recognize that adult students, who need to take care of their families as well as attend classes, require flexible scheduling and the ability to learn at their own pace. We also recognize that adult students bring a wealth of experience to the classroom, and encourage constant interaction between students and with professors. The result is a vibrant campus community that helps adult students succeed in their goals.