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Penn Foster Career School
 Penn Foster's high school and vocational technical programs are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. Their unique and flexible program offerings are designed for career oriented individuals and adult learners with an interest in real-world solutions. With programs in business, internet technology, appliance repair, paralegal studies, medical administration and many, many more, Penn Foster has provided valuable learning experience to over 12 million students worldwide.
Penn Foster Advantages:
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Something for Everyone – Penn Foster offers over 45 courses covering a wide variety of interests. Study common programs such as business management, or not-so-common courses such as wildlife and forestry conservation.
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Large and In Charge – With over 12 million students enrolled since 1890, they are the largest distance learning institution in the world.
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Penn Foster: Our Mission |
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| Penn Foster is one of the oldest and largest distance learning institutions in the world. The 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 and career-specific diplomas.
The mission of Penn Foster is to empower adult learners to advance or change their careers, learn a new skill, or gain personal satisfaction. The school strives to fulfill this mission by providing breadth and depth of courseware, applicable technology, and a wide array of flexible services aimed at the needs of the adult learner. Programs not only teach current marketplace skills, but also present liberal arts offerings and develop critical thinking, writing, and mathematical abilities. The mission is supported by an admissions policy that allows students with appropriate prior education to enroll in programs without regard to race, religion, gender, age, color, national origin, or physical disability.
The school assesses fulfillment of its mission and achievement of institutional effectiveness through ongoing studies of student academic success, measurement of student satisfaction, and evaluation of the career outcomes of graduates.
Some of our satisfied students and graduates have chosen to share their experiences here, so you can learn more about what to expect from our programs.
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Achieving success means having skills that are in demand - and Penn Foster at-home education is the fastest, most convenient way to acquire those skills. Penn Foster programs are designed for busy adults, allowing them to train for better careers without quitting their current jobs or rearranging their schedules.
The Penn Foster commitment to your education is reflected in every part of our training method, from the ease of enrollment to toll-free instructor support. Your new career is waiting - all you need is ambition, the desire to succeed, and the education you'll receive from Penn Foster.
For more information about the Penn Foster student experience, click one of the following options:
Enrollment
Starting and completing your lessons
Getting help when you need it
Tuition payments
Graduation
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The Experience:
What to Expect
Penn Foster's at-home training programs are the fastest, most convenient way for you to gain the skills you need to begin a new career. Our commitment to you is a part of everything we do, from the design of our programs to the instructional support available to every student. The typical student experience includes:
Program Information
Choose a career program that most interests you from the ones featured on this Web site. Then use our special online order form to get FREE information on your program.
Getting Help When You Need It
When you have a question about anything in your lessons, you can call the Student Support Line, the toll-free instructional support hotline. Instructors are on duty to answer your questions from 8 AM to 9 PM Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
Online Services
Being an Education Direct student is now easier than ever. You can use this site to check your grades, take exams, or check the shipment dates of your learning materials.
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Penn Foster Career School Training and Certification |
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Artist
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Auto Repair Technician
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Bookkeeping
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Carpenter
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Child Day Care Management
- Dental Assistant
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Desktop Publishing & Design
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Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Truck Maintenance
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Drafting With Autocad
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Electrician
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Floral Design
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Freelance Writer
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Graphic Design Technology (AST Semester One)
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Home Inspector
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HVAC Technician
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Interior Decorator
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Internet Technology/Web Programming (Semester One)
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Medical Insurance Clerk
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Medical Office Assistant
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Motorcycle Repair Technician
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P.C. Maintenance Technology
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P.C. Repair
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Paralegal Studies (Semester One)
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Pet Groomer
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Pharmacy Technician
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Plumber
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Private Investigator
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Professional Bridal Consultant
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Professional Locksmithing
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Small Engine Repair
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Teacher Aide
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Travel Agent
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Veterinary Assistant
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Veterinary Technician (Semester One)
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by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools for our high school and vocational-technical programs. Education Direct is also accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). |
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Having a full-time job, it was very convenient for me to study at home. It's very easy to understand your materials and the instructors help you when you need it. This is the second program that I've taken and I will take more.
- S. Rujeu, New York
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I think the Education Direct system is great. I enjoyed working on my program during my free time. It was great to be able to work my studies into my life without having to quit my job. I even took my program materials with me on vacation!
- C. Wittlief, Wisconsin
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I was looking for a program of study that would challenge me and give me all the skills to succeed without my having to quit work, and this program was the most complete I found. When my boss found out I was taking an Education Direct program, he was impressed that a full-time employee and mother of four would make an effort to continue her education.
- D. Horinek, Kansas
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