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Penn Foster Career School offers over 80 quality distance education programs designed to give you the skills you need for a new career in today’s fastest growing fields. You can study online, in print or in combination.

Penn Foster’s programs reflect the most modern methods used in today's workplace. You'll learn about opportunities in your chosen field, get hands-on experience and receive important tips on achieving your career goals.

Penn Foster also offers:

  • Low Tuition-which includes the cost of your education, books, equipment and learning aids.

  • Convenience-lessons and learning aids are sent right to your home.

  • Reliability–high-quality teaching and training from the world's leader in at-home education.

  • Support–Penn Foster staff are always available online or by phone to answer questions.

There's never been a better time to start working toward a new career or business of your own. Complete the form to begin your future today!

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Getting Ahead: Advance Your Career College Degree

A four-year college is not right for everyone. Individuals who have aspirations to go into career-specific fields, such as cosmetology, court reporting, nursing, commercial art, criminal justice and other professions that don't require a four-year degree, may want to consider attending a career college.

A study by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that six of the 10 fastest growing occupational categories between 2004 and 2014 required less than a four-year degree. For individuals wanting to enter professions in these industries, attending an accredited career college, also known as a technical or vocational school, may be the best avenue to achieving their goals.

To meet the diverse needs of their students, most career colleges offer online classes, flexible course schedules and accelerated studies. This makes it easier for students to juggle their studies along with family responsibilities and a full-time job.

Many students today are graduating from traditional colleges and universities with heavy debt loads. According to the Career College Association, career colleges are usually less expensive than private non-profit colleges and universities.

Besides cutting costs, attending a career college over a four-year institution saves time. Career colleges offer accelerated certification programs which allow students to complete their program of study, launch a career and start paying back any student loans in as little as two years. Next >>