教育是许多传统学校结构之外的组织的重要组成部分。例如，专注于提供服务的政府机构经常将告知客户和提供教育计划作为其核心工作的一部分。许多非营利机构和非政府组织也将教育重点作为其使命的一部分。这类组织对员工及其客户进行培训和教育。UMSL的BES计划着重于人类服务与发展，旨在培养专业人员，这些专业人员将帮助这些机构和组织完成其使命的教育方面。青年和成人发展BES计划基于当前对最佳实践的最佳研究，以在课堂环境之外有效地指导青年和成年人。该方案涉及教育理论和实践，非正规教育中课程的出现和发展，人类发展理论和实践，
The BES, with an emphasis in Youth and Adult Development, prepares professionals to help agencies and organizations fulfill the educational aspects of their missions. Skills and insights gained can be applied to roles as innovative educators, program managers, activity directors, trainers and curriculum developers in these informal learning settings. This degree program does not lead to Missouri teacher certification.<br>This program is based on current best practices for effective teaching of youth and adults outside of a traditional classroom setting and addresses educational theories and practice, curriculum development in informal education, human development, diversity, advocacy and family partnerships.<br>Train and educate.<br>Many not-for-profit institutions, governmental and non-governmental organizations that are outside the traditional structure of schools have staff members and clients who need training and education. Employment opportunities exist in organizations that work with after-school and youth programs, programs for special needs audiences and not-for-profit organizations that provide counseling and emergency services.<br>Outcomes and Career Outlook<br>Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able apply a unique understanding of social justice by addressing institutional and social barriers that limit access, equity, and achievement; conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner that views failure as an opportunity to learn; apply reasoning and critical thinking while making connections among information, data and arguments to synthesize and interpret information; apply unique leadership, management and communication skills using oral, written, nonverbal and visual communication skills in a variety of formats and contexts; apply knowledge and skills to effectively manage programs; and demonstrate a unique application of best practices when teaching outside a traditional classroom setting.