Penn Foster Career School (formerly Education Direct)

A Penn Foster Career School program could be your ticket to a new career, higher pay, and that promotion you've been waiting for!

Penn Foster Career School is one of the world's largest and most respected distance learning institutions. Since 1890, over 13 million students have enrolled and improved their careers and their lives. Learn on your own time, in your own home, and at your own pace. Choose from over 80 distance learning programs in today's fastest growing fields. Learn with unparalleled student services and unlimited instructional support.

Penn Foster Career School provides programs and services that are designed to meet the life-long learning needs of the adult learner. Programs of study lead to specialized associate degrees, career-specific diplomas or a high school diploma. Penn Foster's programs can empower adult learners to advance or change careers, learn a new skill, and gain personal satisfaction.

The school strives to provide breadth and depth of courseware, applicable technology, and a wide array of flexible services aimed at the needs of the adult learner. Programs teach current marketplace skills, present liberal arts offerings and develop critical thinking, writing, and mathematical abilities.

Accreditation - Penn Foster Career School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools for vocational-technical programs.

Programs for Military Students & Veterans - Penn Foster Career School has been reviewed and approved as an Authorized Provider of continuing education and training programs by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). This means you can earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Penn Foster Career Diploma Programs you have completed. CEUs serve as a nationally recognized unit of measure for continuing education and training. Many programs are approved for veterans training. Reservists may also qualify for veterans training.

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Associate Degree Programs (ASB - AST)

Assoc. in Accounting
Assoc. in Business Management
Assoc. in Bus. Mgmt. in Finance
Assoc. in Bus. Mgmt. in Marketing
Assoc. in Human Resource Mgmt.
Associate in Computer Information Systems
Assoc. in Criminal Justice
Assoc. in Hospitality Management
Assoc. in Paralegal Studies

Assoc. in Early Childhood Education
Assoc. in Health Info. Technology
Assoc. in Electrical Engineering Tech.
Assoc. in Electronics Technology
Assoc. in Industrial Engineering Technology
Assoc. in Civil Engineering Technology
Assoc. in Graphic Design Technology
Assoc. in Mechanical Engineering Technology
Assoc. in Veterinary Technician

Vocational, Trade, and Career Training Programs

Business & Finance
Bookkeeping
Small Business Owner
Professional Secretary
Child Day Care Management

Technology
Java Programmer
Basic Electronics
Electrician
Electronics Technician
Health Information Technology
PC Repair
PC Specialist
VisualBasic .NET Programmer
Visual C# .NET Programmer

Health & Medical
Fitness and Nutrition
Pharmacy Technician
Physical Therapy Aide
Medical Insurance Clerk
Medical Office Assistant
Medical Transcriptionist
Occupational Therapy Aide
Dental Assistant
Veterinary Assistant

Legal
Paralegal
Legal Secretary
Private Investigator

Education
Teacher's Aide
Child Day Care Management

Art & Design
Drafting with AutoCAD®
General Drafting
Web Page Designer
Artist
Computer Graphic Artist
Desktop Publishing & Design
Graphic Design
Dressmaking and Design
Floral Design
Interior Decorator
Photographer
Freelance Writer

Travel & Hospitality
Catering and Gourmet Cooking
Hotel/Restaurant Management
Travel Agent

Vocational & Career Training
Home Inspector
Carpenter
Professional Locksmithing
Home Remodeling & Repair
Professional Bridal Consultant
Professional Landscaper
Wildlife & Forestry Conserv.
Pet Groomer

Automotive & Mechanical
Auto Repair Technician
Diesel Mechanic
Motorcycle Repair Tech
Plumber
HVAC Technician
Small Engine Repair

Foreign Language
Spanish

High School
High School Completion

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