Penn Foster Career School

About

Penn Foster Career School offers over 100 online career diploma and certificate programs designed to give you the skills you need for a new career in today's growing fields. With Penn Foster, there are no study schedules. You simply progress through your online courses at a pace that's comfortable for you. Our expert faculty and friendly support staff are dedicated to helping you successfully complete your program and earn your career diploma or certificate!

Benefits of Choosing Penn Foster Online:

Brand. Penn Foster is one of the world's largest and most respected online education providers.
Content. Penn Foster programs are job-focused. We offer training for employment in the fastest-growing fields in business, technology, healthcare, and the trades.
Delivery. With Penn Foster, students choose the time and place to complete their course work.
Accelerated Study. After enrolling, students can begin their course work immediately. Since students study at their own pace, there is no one to hold them back. They take the time they need to better understand the material.
Support. Students work independently, but not alone. Expert instructors and support staff are just a phone call, message board, or e-mail away.
Tuition. Penn Foster is one of the most affordable, accredited online schools. Students' tuition includes all study materials including books, study guides, and learning aids. And Penn Foster offers 0% interest and customized payment plans.
Career Services. Penn Foster Career College Online partners with Career Cruising to offer built-in career services for all students and alumni, available as soon as you enroll and at no cost. Services include assistance with creating a career portfolio, building a resume, preparation of cover letters, online job searches, and tips on interviewing.
Community. Online community. Connect with students and faculty. The Penn Foster Community is a place for students from around the world to interact and learn from each other--share stories, offer advice, seek help, and connect with peers to make the most out of your Penn Foster experience.

Accreditation

Regionally and Nationally Accredited

Penn Foster Career School is regionally accredited for non-degree granting postsecondary programs by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Penn Foster Career School is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is also a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Penn Foster Career School is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools.

Penn Foster High School is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Penn Foster High School is regionally accredited for grades 9 through adult by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Penn Foster High School is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools.

Online Programs

General Info

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Distance Education and Training Council Accrediting Commission
Total Online Enrollment:
40,000+
Calendar Type:
Open Enrollment
Delivery Format:
Online. Class is in session whenever you’re ready to learn. You can also access your study materials and student information, take exams, check your grades, e-mail your instructors, even enroll online.
Carnegie Classification:
Training Provider (Not Carnegie Classified)
Technical Requirements:
Certain programs do have specific PC requirements. Please request additional information.
Geographic Restrictions:
None.
Loans Offered:
Penn Foster Career School offers All Inclusive Pricing where your tuition price includes all materials you need including books, study guides, and learning aids and also 0% interest and affordable tuition with customized payment plans.

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