Online College Courses
An online course is a series of classes, assignments, and lectures pertaining to a specific topic. It is designed to provide you with the ability to increase your knowledge and expertise about a certain subject matter. The curriculum and required coursework for an online course is no different from a... course taught on a campus. In general, you should plan on dedicating about three hours each week to class time, plus extra time for participating in classroom discussions using message boards with instructors and classmates, as well as study time to work on your assignments. The duration of a course depends greatly on the school and the field of study; one course can usually be completed in a period of five to twelve weeks.
An online course offers you the opportunity to take a course and learn from any location with an Internet connection. The majority of online courses are asynchronous; instructors and students do not meet together at the same time. Instead, you log into the online classroom at your conenience; however, your instructor will specify how frequently you are required to log into your online classroom and participate in discussions using the message boards. Schools offer courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as general courses open to all levels of students. Schools may also offer non-credit courses, which do not result in academic credit but simply offer a unique opportunity to learn a craft or explore a personal interest.
The workload and rigors of an online course are well suited for students who are able to work independently and stay on top of the coursework without the structure of a campus classroom. Online courses offer benefits such as convenience and flexibility, but to be successful, students need to possess maturity and self-discipline.
Featured Online Courses
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Concordia University - Portland
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Advance your career as a recognized education leader, learn how to influence a collaborative work environment and gain management skills you can put to work in the public or private sector. more >
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Concordia University - Portland
Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: Mathematics
Enhance your content knowledge and skills in mathematics in order to increase student learning and understanding of foundational mathematics concepts. more >
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Ashworth College
Interior Design
Learn interior design from the best in the business. For 25 years we have prepared people for successful careers in interior design and home decor. more >
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Ashworth College
Wedding & Event Planning
Learn wedding and event planning from the pros at the Sheffield School. more >
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Kaplan University
CCAF- General Education Mobile (GEM)
The General Education Mobile (GEM) Program was designed to help Air Force members fulfill their general education requirements in a mobile, nontraditional classroom format. more >
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Kaplan University
USASOC - Fayetteville Technical Community College articulation program
Kaplan University has developed a support team for the United States Army Special Operations Command. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Interior Decorator
Develop your natural talent for interior design with the Penn Foster Interior Decorator Program and work for homebuilders, retailers, hotels, corporate clients, or even start your own business. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Dressmaking and Design
Develop your natural talent for Dressmaking more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Freelance Writer
You need certain skills to begin a career in Freelance Writing. The Penn Foster Career School Freelance Writer Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently. You will learn about: more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Computer Graphic Artist
Put your creativity to work for you as a graphic designer. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Bookkeeping
Learn the skills you need to become a Professional Bookkeeper while studying at home. It's convenient, affordable and accredited. You'll get hands-on training in: more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Small Business Management Career Diploma
There are certain skills you need to manage a small business. The Penn Foster Career School Small Business Management Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Home Inspector
There are certain skills you need to begin a career in home inspection. The Penn Foster Career School Home Inspector training program helps you develop them quickly and conveniently. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Hotel/Restaurant Management
There are certain skills you need to begin a career in Hotel/Restaurant Management. The Penn Foster Career School Hotel/Restaurant Management Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Travel and Tourism Specialist Career Diploma
The Penn Foster Career School Travel and Tourism Specialist distance-learning program can be your passport to an exciting future as a Travel and Tourism Specialist. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Web Page Designer Career Diploma
Learn the skills you need to begin a career in web design by completing the Web Page Designer training program at home. It's convenient, affordable and accredited. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Teacher Aide Career Diploma
Learn the skills necessary for becoming a Teacher Aide - at home, at your own pace. Train quickly and conveniently for this rewarding career. You’ll learn: more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Medical Transcriptionist
Learn how to produce medical reports and documents, discharge summaries, operative reports, progress notes and more. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Pharmacy Technician Career Diploma
You'll get the training you need to work closely with pharmacists in providing medication and health care products to patients. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Medical Administrative Assistant
As a Medical Administrative Assistant, you’ll need to know medical terminology, managing and updating patient records, and office procedures. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Dental Assistant
As a Dental Assistant, you need to know how to manage office operations, understand dental terminology and procedures, schedule appointments, update patient records, and more. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Occupational Therapy Aide Career Diploma
With Penn Foster Career School, the world’s largest online career school, you can learn the skills you need to be a successful Occupational Therapy Aide quickly and conveniently. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Physical Therapy Aide Career Diploma
The Penn Foster Career School Physical Therapy Aide Program can help you make a difference – your abilities assist patients recover from their injuries and return them to an active life. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Floral Design
If you want to design floral arrangements, consult with wedding planners, work in a florist shop, or even start your own floral business, the Floral Design program from Penn Foster is for you! more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Landscaper
There are certain skills you need to begin a career as a Landscaper. The Penn Foster Career School Landscaper Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently. You’ll learn about: more >
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Penn Foster Career School
Jewelry Design and Repair
Whether you wish to work for established jewelers or start your own business, the Jewelry Design and Repair Program from Penn Foster will provide the skills you need to succeed. more >
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Penn Foster Career School
High School Diploma
Becoming a High School graduate opens up new opportunities - go to college, start a new career, earn more money. more >