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Business Management
Bachelor's Degree - Complete in as little as 2 months per semester*
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Business Management on your own time and at your own pace with Penn Foster College. Through online learning, you can earn your degree in Business Management quickly and conveniently.
The objective of the Penn Foster Business Management Degree Program is to teach you the advanced business skills, management philosophies, and operational proficiencies. Your studies include:
- Marketing
- Legal Environment of Business
- Corporate Finance
- Organizational Behavior
- Business Research Methods
- International Business
- Strategic Business Management
- ... and much more
Plus...your tuition includes:
- Digital textbooks and study guides are provided to you
- Instructional support
- Access to student services by website, phone, and mail
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed! Enroll in the Penn Foster College Business Management Bachelor’s Degree program today and you can be working on your first lesson in a matter of minutes.
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College. is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) in Washington, D.C. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Criminal Justice
Bachelor's Degree - Complete in as little as 2 months per semester*
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice - at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College. Through online learning, you can earn your degree quickly and conveniently.
The objective of the Penn Foster Criminal Justice Degree Program is to teach you advanced administrative skills, criminal justice policies, legal procedures, and operational proficiencies. Your courses include:
- Correctional Institutions
- Introduction to Public Policy
- Juveniles and the Legal Process
- Administration of Justice
- Organizational Behavior
You'll also choose courses of specific disciplines to coincide with your field of interest. These options include:
- Substance Abuse and Treatment in Criminal Justice
- Organized Crime
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Family Law
- White Collar Crime
Plus, your tuition includes:
- Instructional support
- Access to student services by website, phone, and mail
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Veterinary Technology
Bachelor's Degree - Complete in as little as 8 months per semester*
Take the next step in your career and increase your earning potential with a Bachelor of Applied Sciences Degree in Veterinary Technology.
The Veterinary Technology Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Program is designed to help those who’ve completed an Associate Degree in Veterinary Tech prepare to accelerate their career in the animal care field. Further develop your knowledge of animal sciences while learning the career and leadership skills that can help you take the next steps toward becoming career confident in either a clinical or practice management track. Your courses include:
- Advanced Veterinary Pharmacology
- Preventative Health Care & Integrative Medicine for Animals
- Equine Medicine and Nursing
And you’ll earn your Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology around your schedule, wherever you are!
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College. is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) in Washington, D.C. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Accounting
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 5 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Accounting — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
Learn valuable skills with these courses and more:
- Mathematics for Business and Finance
- Principles of Management
- Financial Management
Learn administrative skills that can help you while working in the field of Accounting and in other business environments. Whether you want to begin your Accounting career in a small business environment or a large corporation, Penn Foster College can help you learn skills such as:
- Examining financial statements for accuracy and making sure they comply with laws and regulations
- Inspecting account books and accounting systems for proper procedures
- Suggesting ways to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profits
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Business Management
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 5 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Business Management— at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College. There are certain skills that can help you begin a career in Business Management. With Penn Foster distance learning, you can earn your Associate Degree in Business Management quickly and conveniently.
Learn valuable skills with these courses and more:
- Mathematics for Business and Finance
- Interpersonal Business Communications
- Principles of Management
- Business Law
And you’ll earn your Associate Degree in Business Management at home – no classroom needed!
The Associate Degree Program in Business Management is designed so even beginners can learn quickly. Gain management skills that can help you take the first step towards working in varied types of business environments. With Penn Foster College, you’ll cover business management topics such as:
- Planning marketing strategies
- Organizing a merger
- Managing new products to expand a company
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Computer Information Systems
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 7 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems - at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College. There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as a computer science professional. With Penn Foster College's distance learning, you can earn your Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems quickly and conveniently.
Learn valuable skills with courses in these subjects and more:
- PC Applications and Web Development
- Network Protocols and Internetworking
- Database Technology, Systems Analysis and Design
- Java™ Programming and Visual Basic®
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College.
Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions.
Visual Basic is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation registered in the United States and/or other jurisdictions.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Construction Technology
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 6 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Construction Technology — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
The Construction Technology Associate Degree Program can help you take the first step toward a career in residential and light commercial construction. Learn valuable construction technology skills online and at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
Your courses include:
- Introduction to Construction Technology
- Construction Materials and Methods
- Introduction to Technical Drawings
- Construction Planning and Control
- Green Building Practices
- …and much more
With Penn Foster College's distance learning program, you can earn your Associate Degree in Construction Technology quickly and conveniently.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Criminal Justice
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Criminal Justice — at home, at your own pace. There are certain skills that can help you take the first step toward a career in the field of Criminal Justice. The Penn Foster College Criminal Justice Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll learn about:
- The workings of the courts and criminal justice system
- Police management and law enforcement
- Police studies and psychology
- Security and crime prevention
- The juvenile justice system
And you’ll learn it all at home – no classroom needed!
Earn your Associate Degree in Criminal Justice at home in as little as two years, and take the first steps toward pursuing criminal justice in a variety of settings, including retail security or loss prevention and federal, state, or county courts and correction systems. With Penn Foster College, you’ll cover topics pertaining to the criminal justice field such as:
- The nature of crime, law, and criminal justice
- How the courts and corrections systems operate
- Theories of crime causation
- Criminal procedures regarding private security
- Police management
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Early Childhood Education
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education — at home, at your own pace. There are certain skills that can help you begin a career in Early Childhood Education. With Penn Foster College, you can earn your Early Childhood Education Associate Degree quickly and conveniently.
Learn valuable skills with these courses and more:
- Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education
- Health, Safety and Nutrition
- Child Psychology and Language and Literacy Development in Young Children
- Curriculum for Early Childhood Education
And you’ll earn your Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education at home – no classroom needed!
Earn your Degree in the comfort of your home and at your own convenience. Early Childhood Education professionals do exciting and important work in the classroom and outdoors in play and field trips.
You'll learn important skills used by Early Childhood Education professionals, such as how to promote language and literacy development, how to use play as part of the teaching process, promoting developing social skills, planning daily activities for groups within a specific age range, working with children with special needs, and much more!
Gain practical experience through our partnership with Bright Horizons Family Solutions.
Students will have the opportunity to gain real-world experience by applying for their externship at a Bright Horizons facility near them.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Engineering Technology
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Engineering Technology — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
The Engineering Technology Associate Degree Program is designed to help you develop your engineering skills and knowledge. Take the first steps toward pursuing a career in engineering technology while learning skills designed to help you design, build, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of production systems and products.
Your courses include:
- Manufacturing Materials and Processes
- Engineering Mechanics
- Quality Control Systems
And you’ll earn your Associate Degree in Engineering Technology quickly and conveniently at home – no classroom required!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Graphic Design
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 7 months per semester*
Earn Your Associate Degree in Graphic Design — at home, at your own pace. Put your creativity to work for you as a Graphic Designer. With the Penn Foster Graphic Design Associate Degree Program, you can learn the Graphic Design skills you need quickly and conveniently.
You’ll learn about:
- Graphic Design Theory and Practice
- Format and Design
- Electronic Publishing
- Corporate Design
- Streaming Technology
- Multimedia Development and Animation
- Portfolio Development
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed! Get industry-standard Graphic Design software and all the learn popular techniques used by Graphic Design professionals today. With Penn Foster College, you’ll cover topics such:
- Format, design, production, and color theory
- Creating text and illustrations using Adobe® Illustrator®, InDesign®, and Photoshop®
- Streaming technology, multimedia development, and animation
- Electronic publishing and corporate design
Adobe and Illustrator are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States of America and other jurisdictions.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Health Care Management
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 5 months per semester*
Study Health Care Management — at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College.
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career in Health Care Management. The Penn Foster College Health Care Management Associate Degree Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll learn about:
- Law and Ethics in Medicine
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Electronic Medical Records
- Health-Care Statistics
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Gain the relevant skills and knowledge that can help you take the first steps toward pursuing this exciting career. And with Penn Foster College, you can learn them when and where it is convenient for you!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Human Resources Management
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Human Resources Management — at home, at your own pace. There are certain skills that can help you begin a career in Human Resources Management. The Penn Foster Human Resources Management Program can help you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll learn about:
- Employee benefits
- Compensation management
- Labor relations
- Interpersonal communications
Earn your Associate Degree at home.
Earn your Associate Degree by studying in the comfort of your home and at your own convenience. You’ll cover topics relevant to the Human Resources field, including how to:
- Prepare an organization’s recruitment, interview, selection, and hiring processes
- Link an organization’s management with its employees by handling questions, administering employee services, and resolving work-related problems
- Advise managers on organizational policies, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
Penn Foster College’s Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology Associate Degree Program can help students take the first steps toward pursuing a career where they will be able to help design, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and electronic equipment.
Your courses include:
- Fundamentals of Electricity
- Electrical/Electronic Measurements and Instruments
- Electric Motors and Controls
- Interpreting the National Electric Code®
With Penn Foster College’s distance learning program, you can earn your Associate Degree in Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology at home with no classroom needed and at your own pace.
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Bachelor of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College.
NEC and National Electric Code are registered trademarks of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Interior Design
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 7 months per semester*
Earn Your Associate Degree in Interior Design — at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College.
Put your creativity and eye for design to work. With the Penn Foster College Associate Degree in Interior Design, you'll learn skills ranging from color analysis to legal and financial regulations to help you tackle residential and commercial design projects.
You’ll learn about:
- History of Interior Design
- Architectural Lighting Design
- Building Systems for Interior Designers
- History of Furniture
- Materials for Interiors
- Residential and Commercial Design
- Codes for Interiors
- Professional Practice
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Medical Assistant
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 6 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree in Medical Assisting online and at your own pace. Learn the essential skills needed to begin your career quickly and conveniently when and where it works best for you.
The Penn Foster College Medical Assistant Associate Degree can help you prepare to sit for these industry certifications:
- The Registered Medical Assistant certification (RMA) offered by American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate (CCMA) offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- The National Certified Medical Assistant certificate (NCMA) offered by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
- The Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) offered by American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
And you'll earn your Medical Assistant Associate Degree at home — no classroom needed!
Earn your Associate Degree by studying in the comfort of your own home and at your own convenience. Discover how you can play an important role in the care and well-being of patients with our Medical Assistant Associate Degree program. Learn healthcare concepts that you will use regularly in your medical assistant job, including medical terminology, coding, and transcription. Then, apply your knowledge in a real world setting with an externship in a medical setting. Study on your own schedule at a price that fits your budget, with credits starting at just $79.
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to award Associate of Science Degrees, Bachelor of Science Degrees, Undergraduate Certificates, and Career Diplomas.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Paralegal Studies
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 4 months per semester*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as a Paralegal working for a private law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency. Penn Foster College Paralegal Studies Program can help you you learn them quickly and conveniently!
You will learn:
- Legal terminology and the U.S. Court System
- How to conduct legal investigations and interviews
- Legal writing and legal research
- Paralegal ethics and professional responsibility
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Penn Foster College can help you take the first step towards developing skills and knowledge relevant in the Paralegal field, including how to do research, write correspondence, and prepare legal documents - all at your own time, and at your own pace.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Veterinary Technician
Associate Degree - Complete in as little as 9 months per semester*
Earn your Associate Degree as a Veterinary Technician — at home, at your own pace.
Develop the skills needed to help you begin your career as a veterinary technician. With Penn Foster, you can learn these skills quickly and conveniently with online, self-paced courses.
Our courses include:
- Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Mathematics
- Veterinary Office Management
- Animal Nutrition
- Reproduction, Genetics, and Aging
- ...and much more!
And you’ll earn your Associate Degree at home – no classroom needed!
Earn your degree in the comfort of your home and at your own convenience. With Penn Foster, you’ll study the fundamental topics needed to become a veterinary technician, gaining real-world experience that can help you take the first steps toward pursuing a career, including:
- How to handle and restrain animals, large and small
- Small and large animal nursing
- First aid, routine and emergency care, as well as veterinary surgical procedures
- How to operate your own animal care business
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
ABC® Certified Wedding Planner
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 3 months*
Study to be a Certified Wedding Planner — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster.
Turn your dream of becoming a Wedding Planner into an exciting career with the Penn Foster Certified Wedding Planner Program. It's convenient, affordable, and nationally accredited.
Train quickly and conveniently. Learn to:
- Arrange for photography
- Coordinate and plan ceremonies and receptions
- Plan and order floral arrangements, clothing and invitations
- Start and operate your own business as a wedding planner
And you'll learn it all at home - no classroom needed!
Get the latest information on bridal shows and specialty weddings. Why train to be a Certified Wedding Planner? With the right credentials, you can learn how to:
- Start your own business and enjoy career independence.
- Advance your current career in the catering, floral, or bridal business.
Today's brides and grooms have busy lives. Many don't have time to make all the arrangements for their dream weddings. They'll gladly pay a wedding planner to take care of the details. Weddings take place year-round, around the world. That means career opportunity and flexibility for you!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Administrative Assistant
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 6 months*
Learn Administrative Assistant skills — at home and at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as an Administrative Assistant. The Penn Foster College Administrative Assistant Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll get hands-on training with:
- Technologies in the Office
- Administrative Office Procedures
- PC Basics, Keyboarding, and Internet Basics
- Office Finances and Management
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed! Enroll in the Penn Foster College Administrative Assistant distance learning program and learn skills that can help you take the first step forward towards a new career!
Pursue a rewarding career as an Administrative Assistant.
Why take an Administrative Assistant training program? With the right credentials, you can learn how to:
- Work as a Legal Secretary or Executive Secretary.
- Work assisting physicians with reports, speeches, and conference proceedings.
- Assist engineers or scientists with correspondence and technical material.
Whether working for a law firm, a large corporation, or a medical facility, as an Administrative Assistant, you’ll have a versatile set of skills that you can be proud of.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Auto Repair Technician
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 4 months*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career path as an Auto Repair Technician. The Penn Foster Auto Repair Technician Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Electrical systems and computerized engine controls
- Fuel systems, exhaust systems, and braking systems
- Front and rear axles, differentials, and front end alignments
- Transmission components
- Automotive engine disassembly, repair and rebuilding
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
The Penn Foster College Automotive Repair Technician Program, developed by ASE Master Technicians and leading experts in the field of auto repair, will teach you relevant skills and subject matter. Through interactive content, video animations, terminology challenge games, recorded lectures, and optional real-world practical exercises, you can train at home on your own time, at a pace that’s right for you! You'll cover topics ranging from simple tune-ups to advanced troubleshooting techniques. You'll learn the basics of engine construction and operation, to major automobile systems, including transmissions, electrical systems, and computerized engine controls. You'll even get preparation for the ASE certification exams on major systems such as brakes, suspension and steering, manual drive train and axles, and more!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Bookkeeping
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 6 months*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as a Bookkeeper. The Penn Foster Bookkeeping Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Preparing a balance sheet and income statement
- Assets, liabilities, and owner's equity
- The basics of the general journal, ledger, and the T account
- Revenue, expenses, and trial balance
- Payroll accounting, accounting systems, and wholesale accounting.
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Thousands of new businesses open each year and every organization, large or small, needs someone with the right training to maintain and update its financial records. Learn to prepare a balance sheet, create a profit and loss statement, and produce a financial report for any business. You'll learn about the skills others depend on in the business world. Earn your Career Diploma at home in as little as nine months, or take longer if you wish. Bookkeepers work for a variety of companies, large and small, and even own their own business and work from home!
You'll learn important skills to help you pursue a career in Bookkeeping. Learn to prepare the balance sheet and income statement, as well as accounting for cash and payroll. Gain practical experience in maintaining the accounting records and prepare financial statements for a model company. Learn valuable computer skills by mastering the first steps in using a computer and learning to create notes, documents, and drawings. Prepare for certification.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Dental Assistant
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 3 months*
Learn the skills to help you become a Dental Assistant - at home, at your own pace.
As a Dental Assistant, you'll need to know how to manage the medical office, schedule appointments and update patient records. The Penn Foster Dental Assistant Program can help you learn these skills and many more.
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Dental terminology and anatomy, preventive dentistry and nutrition
- Disease transmission, pathology, and dental emergencies
- Radiology and pharmacology
- Business administration for the Dental Assistant
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Through the online Dental Assistant Training Program, you’ll learn skills to help you take the first step to enter a field with very good job opportunities – all at your own pace.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Diesel Mechanics
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 5 months*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as a Diesel Mechanic. The Penn Foster Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Truck Maintenance Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Diesel Engine Fundamentals
- Hydromechanical Diesel Fuel Injection Systems
- Computerized Truck and Bus Systems Management
- Truck Steering, Suspension, Brake, and Transmission Systems
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Many Diesel Mechanics enjoy the independence and flexibility of operating their own businesses. Trained Diesel Mechanics and heavy truck maintenance specialists can work as brake repairers, diesel engine repairers, or as transmission technicians. Diesel Mechanics can enjoy their independence in this challenging career!
Earn your Career Diploma at home in as little as a year or take longer if you wish. Diesel Mechanics can start their own business, or work part-time or full-time in a repair shop. Learn ignition, exhaust, cooling, lubrication, and other systems. Learn intake, power sources, fuel systems, troubleshooting, failure analysis, maintenance, repair, and much more.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 5 months*
Pursue a career as a Professional Dog Trainer / Instructor with distance training from Penn Foster.
If you want to learn how to teach pet owners the art of handling their animals, learn how trainers prepare dogs for security or law-enforcement work, or even how to go about starting your own business, the Dog Obedience Trainer / Instructor Program from Penn Foster is for you.
You'll learn:
- To understand dog behavior, communication, and use of the senses
- How to influence dog behavior using conditioning and reinforcement
- Housetraining, crate training, hunting training, and basic veterinary issues
- How to deal with behavior problems and teach competition obedience
Flexible, Convenient, Self-Paced!
There is no going to class, no need to rearrange schedules. You choose the time and place to complete your coursework. And you work at your own pace. There's no one to rush you or hold you back.
While you'll work independently, you won't be alone. Expert instructors and support staff — dedicated to helping you complete your coursework — are just a phone call or an email away.
Respected and Accredited
You'll earn your Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor Career Diploma from nationally accredited Penn Foster.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Event Planning
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 2 months*
Becoming a skilled event planner requires specific industry knowledge and training. With our online Event Planner Career Diploma, students will cover a range of topics to prepare for a job in the industry.
Learners will build skills in areas such as:
- Starting a business
- Client services
- Creating memorable events
And you’ll learn it all at home — on your schedule!
The Penn Foster Event Planner career training program will give you the relevant foundational knowledge and skills to prepare you to take the next steps toward a career in the field, or even starting your own event planning business. Through in-depth lessons, you’ll learn about interviewing clients, determining budgets and expectations, evaluating and booking venues, vendors, and accommodations, and more. Our Event Planning course online curriculum also provides business and self-employment guidance so you can equip yourself with the marketing, financial, and managerial skills that can help you to succeed.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Gunsmith
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 3 months*
There are certain skills that can help you pursue a career as a Gunsmith. The Penn Foster Gunsmith Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll get hands-on training in how to:
- Accurize, repair, and customize
- Fit and finish stocks and mount telescopic sights
- Restore antique firearms
- Design and install metallic rifle sights
- Custom load ammunition
You’ll also learn how to get your Federal Firearms License (FFL), which is required to sell firearms.
And you’ll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Why complete a Gunsmith training program? As an experienced Gunsmith, you can:
- Work for a gun shop accurizing, installing, and making simple adjustments.
- Start your own business repairing and customizing firearms.
- Custom-make ammunition or restore valuable antique firearms.
Hunters, sportsmen, collectors, and firearms enthusiasts around the nation all need the services of experienced Gunsmiths to repair and customize their favorite firearms.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Home Health Aide
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 9 months*
Earn your Home Health Aide Career Diploma at home, at your own pace. There are certain skills that can help you begin your path towards a career as a home health aide. With Penn Foster, you can learn these skills quickly and conveniently.
Our courses include:
- Introduction to the Home Health Aide Role
- Therapeutic Communication Skills
- Home Care Procedures
- Nutrition
- Meeting Clients’ Needs
- Law, Ethics, and Confidentiality
- ... and much more
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Earn your career diploma in the comfort of your home and at your own convenience. With Penn Foster, you’ll study a wide range of topics and gain real-world experience that can help you work in a variety of settings, including private homes, hospice agencies, and community settings.
Some states may require additional training or licensure to obtain a position in the field at certain agencies.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
HVACR Technician
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 5 months*
Take the first steps toward becoming an HVACR technician today with Penn Foster’s online training program. You'll get instructional support while learning at a pace that's right for you, all from home. Throughout your program, you’ll develop the essential knowledge and skills that can help you be successful on the job.
Your courses include:
- Refrigeration systems
- HVACR system design and installation
- Electrical systems
- Residential and light commercial HVACR systems
- Commercial refrigeration and HVACR maintenance
- ... and more
Become Certified!
The Penn Foster HVACR Technician Training Program includes an EPA Certification test voucher and registration, EPA Air Conditioning Preparatory Manual, and the Troubleshooting HVACR Equipment Reference Text. EPA certification is required to work as an HVACR technician, especially for those working with refrigerants.
Find out more about Penn Foster's complete HVACR training that includes:
- All the books, study guides, and learning aids for your program
- Voucher for an EPA certification exam, manual, and registration
- Instructional support
- Access to student services by website, phone, and mail
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
IT Support Specialist
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 3 months*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as an IT support specialist. Penn Foster’s online IT Support Specialist Program can help you learn these skills at your own pace, from home!
Develop these skills and more:
- Solving basic computer problems
- Troubleshoot, install, and maintain your computer system
- Remove and replace CPUs, motherboards, and memory
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Earn your career diploma at home in as little as four months.
You'll learn many important aspects needed to be a successful IT professional, including:
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Using diagnostic software
- Detecting and "curing" computer viruses
- Replacing central processing unit (CPU) components
- Diagnosing problems with power supplies, hard drives, keyboards, monitors, video cards, and more
- Preventative testing, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment
With IT professionals needed in all industries to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot technology issues, it’s a great time to take the first steps toward preparing for a career in the field today! With Penn Foster’s online IT Support Specialist Career Diploma, you can prepare for a job as an IT support specialist, computer support specialist, or help desk technician on your schedule.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Medical Administrative Assistant
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 4 months*
As a Medical Administrative Assistant, you’ll need to know how to manage the medical office, schedule appointments, and update patient records. The Penn Foster Medical Administrative Assistant Program can help you learn these and other fundamental skills needed to succeed in your career. Train quickly and conveniently!
You’ll get hands-on training in:
- Law, Ethics, and Medicine
- Administrative Procedures and Practices
- Advanced Medical Terminology and Pharmacology
- Keyboarding and Word Processing
Learn administrative duties such as updating medical records, filling out insurance forms, and scheduling appointments. Also, learn clinical responsibilities like taking medical histories, preparing laboratory samples, and explaining treatments. Get the training that can help you begin your career in this exciting profession!
As a trained Medical Administrative Assistant, you can work at a pharmaceutical company, insurance company, doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. As an administrative specialist, you can also work as an insurance clerk, medical records clerk, admission clerk, or receptionist.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Medical Assistant
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 11 months*
Penn Foster’s Medical Assistant Career Diploma offers an affordable, online option for students to become a Certified Medical Assistant without the need to enroll in a full associate degree program.
The Penn Foster Medical Assistant Career Diploma can help you prepare to sit for these industry certifications:
- The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate (CCMA) offered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
- The National Certified Medical Assistant certificate (NCMA) offered by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
- The Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) offered by American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
And you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through virtual simulations.
While learning online through Penn Foster’s self-paced program, students will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through simulations and a clinical lab. You’ll cover foundational courses and build knowledge in lessons such as Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Clinical Procedures. You can study on your own schedule, fitting your education into your budget with a customizable monthly payment plan.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Medical Billing and Coding
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 10 months*
Learn medical billing at home with the Medical Billing and Coding training program from Penn Foster College.
- Revised program includes ICD-10 coding
- Digital textbooks with online student resources
- Includes optional webinars and discussion boards
- Instructor with industry-critical credentials — AAPC/AHIMA certified
- Cost of the Certified Billing and Coding specialist exam and exam prep study package covered by Penn Foster
As a Medical Billing and Coding Professional, you'll need to know how to manage records and file claims, prepare insurance forms, and handle billing. The Penn Foster Medical Coding and Billing Program can help you develop these skills. Whether you work for a clinic, doctor's office, hospital or private billing service you can pursue a career you can be proud of!
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Law, Ethics, and Medicine
- Body Systems Terminology 1 and 2
- Electronic Medical Records
Learn administrative duties such as filling out insurance forms, updating medical records, and scheduling appointments. Get the training that can help you begin your career in this exciting profession! As a trained Medical Billing and Coding Professional, you can work at a physician's office, a rehabilitation center, clinic, or private billing service. Medical coding and billing services are in demand by physicians and other health care providers around the nation.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Medical Transcriptionist
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 7 months*
There are certain skills that can help you become a Medical Transcriptionist. The Penn Foster Medical Transcriptionist Program helps you learn them quickly and conveniently!
You'll get hands-on training in:
- Medical Terminology
- Creating and Maintaining Medical Records
- Advanced Medical Terminology and Pharmacology
- Keyboarding and Word Processing
You’ll also learn essential skills like interpersonal communication, written communication, and more – all online. Through our Medical Transcription Training Program, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills that can help you prepare to take the next steps toward a rewarding, entry-level career in the healthcare field at the pace that works for you!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Optician Exam Prep
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 11 months*
Prepare for industry certifications and learn how to fit and dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses with the Optician Exam Prep training program from Penn Foster.
As an Optician, you’ll help select and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses for people with eye problems following prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. The Penn Foster Optician Exam Prep Program will help you develop knowledge and skills relevant to working in this profession as well as prepare you to sit for industry certifications. Whether you work in an optical dispensary or laboratory, an optometrist’s or ophthalmologist’s office, a hospital or clinical setting, or a retail optical store, you’ll have a career you can be proud of!
You’ll receive training in:
- Optical Fundamentals
- Ophthalmic Dispensing
- Contact Lens Dispensing
- Professional Practice and Certification Review
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Paralegal
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 4 months*
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as a Paralegal working for a private law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency. The Penn Foster Paralegal program can help you learn them quickly and conveniently!
You will learn:
- Legal terminology and the U.S. Court System
- How to conduct legal investigations and interviews
- Legal writing and legal research
- Paralegal ethics and professional responsibility
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
You'll get valuable information about the paralegal's role in civil vs. criminal litigation, the federal and state court system, case investigation, evidence and evaluation.
Through your online paralegal classes, you’ll learn to provide administrative support for attorneys by performing legal research and conducting client interviews. You’ll also learn:
- How to draft legal documents such as contracts, mortgages, wills, and trusts.
- More about the documents and procedures of the court system.
- PC basics and law office computing.
- Calendar and docket control.
- Computerized legal research and more!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Payroll Clerk
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 2 months*
Payroll clerks play a vital role in businesses in every industry.
You'll learn skills like:
- Payroll management
- Effective employee time-tracking
- How to use payroll software
- How to calculate compensation
- Understanding and explaining employee benefits
And you’ll learn at your own pace — from home!
The Penn Foster Payroll Clerk diploma program covers the foundational skills and knowledge that could help you prepare to be an effective, valued employee in a company’s accounting department. Through classes on topics from basic accounting practices to payroll deductions, you’ll also prepare to sit for the National Bookkeepers Association (NBA) Uniform Payroll Certification exam, leading to the Payroll Certification designation.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Pharmacy Technician Professional
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 13 months*
Take the first step toward a career in the healthcare field with Penn Foster College's ASHP/ACPE-accredited Pharmacy Technician Professional career diploma program! Acquire the skills and knowledge that can help you prepare to sit for important industry certification exams such as the PTCB and NHA exams with online lessons, interactive simulations, and presentations. You’ll be able to practice your skills in the real-world through your required externship.
Learn and develop skills with courses modeled against ASHP standards and requirements:
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy Law and Regulations
- Pharmacy Compounding
- Practical Labs in Pharmacy Software Management
- Interactive simulations
- And a hands-on externship!
The Pharmacy Technician Professional Career Diploma offered online through Penn Foster College is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)/Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Penn Foster College is also licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Residential Electrician
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 7 months*
Learn the skills to help you become a Residential Electrician - at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster College.
There are certain skills that can help you begin a career as an Residential Electrician. The Penn Foster College Residential Electrician Program can help you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You’ll get hands-on training in:
- The classifications and categories of electricity
- Conduit fittings and supports
- Residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installation
- Heating and lighting practices
- Conductor properties and characteristics
And you’ll learn it all at home – no classroom needed!
Take the first steps towards a challenging, new career as a Residential Electrician.
Why complete a Residential Electrician training program? With the right credentials, you can learn how to:
- Work for a construction firm or start your own business.
- Install and maintain electrical devices and wiring in homes, factories, and offices.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Sterile Processing Technician
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 2 months*
Sterile processing technicians play a vital role on hospital services teams. The Penn Foster Sterile Processing Career Diploma can prepare you to qualify for a job in the field.
You’ll cover foundational training in topics like:
- Medical terminology
- HIPPA requirements
- Principles of aseptic technique
- Bloodborne pathogens
And you’ll learn at your own pace — from home!
Penn Foster’s online, self-paced Sterile Processing training prepares you to understand the role of sterile processing technicians. This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required for entry-level work as a sterile processing technician. The program focuses on introductory sterile processing concepts and professional proficiencies. It will prepare students like you to execute the necessary activities that are performed daily in the sterile processing department. Graduates of the program can sit for the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) exam through the International Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), the cost of which is covered in your tuition.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Tax Preparation
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 4 months*
Accurate tax preparation is essential for both businesses and individuals. Trained tax preparers can help clients maximize their returns and ensure accurate deductions are taken into account.
Penn Foster’s online tax preparation course covers topics like:
- Career opportunities for tax preparers
- Fundamentals of the US tax system
- Determining taxable and non-taxable income
- Taxability of income from social security and inheritance
And you can learn at your own pace — from home!
With Penn Foster’s self-paced Tax Preparation Career Diploma, you’ll develop an understanding of the tax system, filing taxes for individuals and businesses, and how to begin a career in the field. Around your own schedule, you’ll take classes that can prepare you to sit for the National Bookkeepers Association (NBA) Uniform Tax Certification exam, leading to the Tax Certification designation.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Travel Agent
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 8 months*
Learn how to become a Travel Agent — at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster.
The Penn Foster Travel Agent distance learning program can be your passport to an exciting future as a travel professional. Train quickly and conveniently, and learn skills such as:
- The key tourist destinations throughout the world
- About tour and vacation packages
- How to start your own travel agency
- How agents use computerized reservation systems
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Take the first steps towards a new career in the field of travel.
Why train to become a travel agent with distance learning? With the right credentials, you can learn how to:
- Enjoy the perks of a travel career — reduced rates and "working holidays."
- Work as a travel agent for an existing agency or start one of your own.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Veterinary Assistant
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 12 months*
Learn the skills that can help you take the first steps towards becoming a Veterinary Assistant at home, at your own pace. The Penn Foster Veterinary Assistant Program can help you make a difference. Your abilities can keep animals healthy, nurse them when ill — even save their lives! Train quickly and conveniently on your own time and at your own pace.
Learn how to:
- Obtain animal health histories and records
- Provide specialized nursing care
- Assist in surgical procedures
- Wash, feed, and care for animals, and much more
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
You'll get valuable information about animal-related issues from care and handling to veterinary practice and administration. It's like having your own personal Veterinary Assistant School. Earn your Career Diploma at home in as little as seven months, or take longer if you wish.
You'll learn skills relevant for working in the animal care field, including:
- How to handle and restrain animals, large and small
- The basics of first aid, routine and emergency care, as well as veterinary nursing procedures
- The fundamentals of cat, dog, and horse breeding, assisting in birth, and how to raise animal young.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Wildlife/Forestry Conservation
Career Diploma - Complete in as little as 4 months*
Learn the skills you need to take the first steps towards a career in Wildlife/Forestry Conservation — at home, at your own pace, with Penn Foster.
Turn your love of the great outdoors into a rewarding career with the Penn Foster Wildlife/Forestry Conservation Program. Train online quickly and conveniently, and earn your Career Diploma in Wildlife/Forestry Conservation in as little as four months!
You'll learn all about:
- Wildlife law enforcement and population management
- Forest ecology and protection
- Park and recreational facility operation
- Field equipment and safety
Start a satisfying, new career. And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
Why train for a career in Wildlife/Forestry Conservation? With the right credentials, you can learn how to:
- Earn great pay in a healthy environment.
- Work for the government or a national park.
- Make a difference by preserving our precious natural resources.
There is an increasing global emphasis on issues such as environmental protection and responsible land management. That means an opportunity for you in a field you love!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.
Accounting
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 16 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting (31 credits) — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
Accountants perform a wide variety of business functions that help to monitor the financial health of their organization. This program provides a blend of business and accounting principles.
Program Objective
This program is appropriate for adults looking to learn new job skills, refresh or refine existing accounting knowledge used in your current position, or improve the performance of your small business by better understanding the essentials of accounting and finance.
In addition, all of the course credits earned with this program are transferable to an Associate of Science Degree in Accounting at Penn Foster College.
Certification and/or Licensure
The accounting certificate program may also be beneficial preparation for elements of national certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Manager (CFM), and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Business Management
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 10 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in Business Management (31 credits) — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
The Penn Foster Undergraduate Certificate in Business Management provides the basic training that can help you be effective in the business world. Learn relevant skills – quickly and conveniently – with these courses:
- Mathematics for Business and Finance
- Principles of Management
- Human Resource Management
- Business Law 1
- …and more
Program Objective
This program is appropriate for adults seeking to learn new job skills, refresh or refine existing business management knowledge used in your current position, or improve the performance of your small business by better understanding the essentials of business and finance. The credits you’ll earn in the Penn Foster Business Certificate Program can be transferred to Penn Foster College toward an Associate Degree in Business Management, if you wish to continue your education.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Preparation
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 8 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in Child Development Associate (CDA) Preparation (13 credits) — online and at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
The Penn Foster College Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Preparation program is designed to help students fulfill the 120 hour educational component and compile the required portfolio of items necessary to obtain the CDA credential. Learn efficiently and confidently with courses that are aligned with CDA requirements in these specific settings:
- Infant/Toddler
- Preschool
- Family Child Care
Program Objective
This program has earned the CDA Gold Standard from the Council for Professional Recognition and includes classes in health and safety, best practices for working with children, and growth and development. The college-level course work and the CDA credential are key stepping stones on the path of career advancement in this field.
Many of the course credits can be transferred to Penn Foster College’s Early Childhood Education A. S. Degree.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
General Studies
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 4 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in General Studies (15 credits) — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
This program is designed for adults looking to earn college-level credit in general education subjects. The 15 credits earned in this certificate may be used to meet general education requirements in Penn Foster College degree programs. Students wishing to transfer the credits earned in this certificate to another institution should check with the institution to determine if the credits will be accepted.
The Penn Foster College Undergraduate Certificate in General Studies Program provides the fundamental general education courses required for a college education. Your courses include:
- Computer Applications
- Science Elective
- Social Science Elective
- Arts and Humanities Elective
- English Composition
Also included:
- Learning materials are included
- Instructional support
- Online library
- Access to student services by website and phone
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Graphic Design
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 14 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in Graphic Design (31 credits) — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
This Penn Foster program will help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to use commercial software packages for graphic design in print and web-based applications. You'll learn the basics of graphic design theory and how to apply that theory using industry accepted software packages such as Adobe® Illustrator®, Photoshop®, and InDesign®.
The program also includes courses in typography and corporate and personal portfolio development, as well as industry-relevant software such as Adobe® Illustrator® CS4, Adobe® Photoshop® CS4, and Adobe® InDesign® CS4.
Your coursework includes:
- Photo Image Editing 1 & 2
- Transforming Objects & Working with Layers and Patterns
- Perception, Dynamic Balance, and Gestalt Principals
- Special Effects and Enhancements
- Corporate Design and Brand Strategy
- Color, Production Tools and Procedures, and Web Design
- ... and much more
Note: The course credits earned with this program are transferable to an Associate of Science Degree in Graphic Design from Penn Foster College.
Adobe, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States of Americ and/or other jurisdictions.
Penn Foster College is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and is authorized to grant Associate of Science Degrees. Penn Foster College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Human Resources
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 8 months*
Earn your Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources (22 credits) — at home, at your own pace with Penn Foster College.
The Penn Foster Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources Program is comprised of courses designed to provide participants with exposure to business skills in the human resources area. Students will learn how to professionally hire, train, retain, and manage the type of employee talent for businesses in a variety of industries. In addition to a foundation in HR practice, students also complete courses in compensation management, training, benefits, and labor relations.
The course credits earned with this program are transferable to an Associate of Science Degree in Human Resources Management at Penn Foster College.
Learning Objectives:
- Understanding the business environment including planning; organizing; leading and controlling
- Reviewing the interaction of the personnel functions and the objectives of an organization
- Learning how to manage the training function in organizations with an examination of successful and unsuccessful training practices
- Designing benefit plans including understanding of insurance programs, employer-sponsored pension plans; and the integration of government and employer-sponsored retirement benefits into an individual’s retirement planning
- Engaging in labor relations through the interactions between organized labor unions and company management
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
Veterinary Practice Management
Undergraduate Certificate - Complete in as little as 12 months*
There are certain skills that can help you successfully manage a veterinary practice or clinic. Penn Foster's Veterinary Practice Management Undergraduate Certificate program can help you learn them quickly and conveniently.
You'll receive training in:
- Managing a veterinary practice
- Principles of management
- Business ethics
And you'll learn it all at home — no classroom needed!
With Penn Foster's Veterinary Practice Management Certificate, you'll earn 19 accredited college credits that can help prepare you for a career in the field. Positions in the veterinary field, whether clinical or administrative, can be highly competitive. Make your resume stand out from the others with a Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) approved program that you can study around a schedule packed with family, work, and responsibility.
Whether you're new to management or looking to build on your existing skills, the Penn Foster can help you gain the knowledge to be a successful member of the veterinary field!
*The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 11/2020 - 10/2021, excluding withdrawals.
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