Center for Adult and Professional Studies

Email: cheffernan@apu.edu

Cathy Heffernan, Ph.D., began her career in teaching junior high school English, Spanish, and adult ESL. After receiving her master’s degree in educational technology, she joined the faculty of Azusa Pacific University as the director of the Educational Technology Program, a position she held for four years. During her 10 years as curriculum specialist in the Center for Adult and Professional Studies, she has functioned as lead specialist on the human development (liberal studies), applied management, management and computer information systems, Christian leadership, and nursing baccalaureate programs. Heffernan has presented professionally at national and regional conferences in the areas of curriculum design, adult education, instructional technology, and faith integration.

Ph.D. - Curriculum, Teacher Education, Adult Education, Claremont Graduate University and San Diego State University Joint Doctoral Program
M.Ed. - Educational Technology, Azusa Pacific University
B.A. – English and Spanish Literature, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Credentials/Certifications
California Professional Clear Credential, Secondary English, Technology Supplement

Adult Development and Learning Assessment (BMGT 302)
Managerial Communication (BMGT 307)
Introduction to Data Analysis and Presentation (BMGT 408)
Foundations in Educational Technology (EDTC 511)
Educational Applications of Hypermedia (EDTC 523)
Practicum in Educational Applications of Technology (EDTC 526)
Composition: Theory and Practice (ENGL 407)
Humans and Communication (HDEV 301)
Humans: Self and Others (HDEV 302)