Course guide · All Nigerian institutions
9 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Adult & Continuing Education. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.
Adult and Continuing Education equips students with the knowledge and skills to facilitate learning among adult populations, out-of-school individuals, and marginalised communities across Nigeria. Students explore adult learning theories, literacy and numeracy education, vocational training, community development, and non-formal education administration. The programme blends social science, educational psychology, and development studies to produce versatile graduates. Career opportunities include adult literacy programme coordination with state agencies, community development facilitation under organisations like the National Directorate of Employment, human resource training and development within corporate organisations, and educational policy advisory roles in government ministries. Graduates may also pursue careers with international development agencies operating across Nigeria. Professional engagement with the Nigerian Council for Adult Education further strengthens graduates' standing within the field.