Becoming a member of IAACE offers a wealth of benefits to support your professional growth, community connections, and advocacy efforts in adult and continuing education:
- Dual Membership with COABE: IAACE members automatically receive dual membership with the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE), granting access to exclusive discounts on conferences, professional development, and additional resources.
- Partner Organization Benefits: IAACE is affiliated with the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE) and the Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organizations (COLLO), offering members special rates on events and professional development opportunities.
- Dual Membership with Indiana Literacy Association: IAACE members are automatically part of the Indiana Literacy Association, granting access to grant opportunities and additional resources.
- Advocacy Support: Your membership helps champion the field of adult and continuing education.
- Annual Conference Discounts: Gain access to the IAACE Annual Conference each fall, where members connect with professionals from Indiana and beyond. Members enjoy discounted registration rates. (Membership must be active before registering for the conference to receive the discount.)
- Virtual Institute Discounts: Each spring, participate in the Virtual Institute to share knowledge and learn from peers. Members receive discounted registration rates. (Membership must be active before registering.)
- Professional Development Resources: Access tools, research, and opportunities for growth through our curated resources and communication channels.
- Exclusive Access to Virtual.iaace.com: Engage with professional development tools, community chats, forums, groups, and more.
- Tuition Discounts:
- WGU Indiana: Members receive a 5% tuition discount for four terms (two years) on any degree program. Learn more.
- Grand Canyon University: Members enjoy a 10% tuition discount. Start today.
- Everwise Credit Union Membership: IAACE members can join and access exclusive financial benefits.
- Stay Connected: Receive our e-newsletter with the latest news, updates, and inspiring stories from the adult education community.
- Mentorship Programs: Access our teacher and director mentoring programs, which are available exclusively to members.
- Specialized Tools: Access to the Benefit from the A2Z HSE Math Website/FasttrackMath resources.
- Leadership Opportunities:
- Eligible to serve on the IAACE Board of Directors.
- Nominate or be nominated for IAACE awards.
- Participate in committees and task forces.
- Receive retirement recognition.
- Exclusive Perks: Access IAACE Perks* in select areas.
- Valuable Resources: Explore best practices, digital skills, Workforce Education Initiatives (WEI), Integrated Education and Training (IET), advocacy tools, and more.
- Job Board Access: Browse job opportunities tailored to adult education professionals.
- Membership Directory: Connect with peers through our member-exclusive directory.
Explore how IAACE membership supports your journey and the broader mission of advancing adult education!