Northern Illinois University

Counseling, Adult and Health Education

Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education


Mission Statement

Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education's (CAHE) mission is to promote high standards of professional education in an environment attentive to the needs of students, faculty, and the broader society it serves. CAHE is committed to the best practices in the preparation and continuing education of professionals in the fields of counseling, adult education, and higher education, while advancing scholarly activity; supporting individual and collaborative efforts in institutional and non-institutional settings; and advancing diversity and equity in teaching, research, and services.


Academic Programs in the Department

For more information about specific academic programs in the Department, click the appropriate link below. Additional information about the Department, our programs and resources, can also be found in other pages of our website.

Descriptions of Our Academic Programs...