4 Proven Strategies for Supporting Adult Learners: What Works and Why

Adult learners juggle work, life, and education—which means training needs to be flexible, relevant, and designed for real-world impact. But how do you create a learning experience that keeps them engaged and supports long-term growth?
In this webinar, we’ll explore practical strategies for supporting adult learners at every stage of their journey. From making training more accessible to designing clear career pathways, you’ll walk away with actionable tips to improve engagement, retention, and skill development. Whether you’re looking to refine your training programs or build a more scalable approach, this session will give you the tools to better support adult learners—on their terms. Here’s what we’ll cover:

• How to make learning flexible and accessible for busy adults
• Why bite-sized, actionable training leads to better retention
• The role of credentials in motivating learners and showcasing skills
• How personalization empowers learners to take control of their growth

Primary Capability Covered: Learning Sciences

Participation in this event, either live or recorded, can be reported for one (1) professional development point toward initial certification or recertification requirements for the APTD^® or CPTD^® credential.