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Young woman with glasses sitting on grass in park with laptop and headphones, smiling at camera.You would love to go back to school, but you just can't squeeze the class time and commutes into your day.

Penn Foster offers programs to help you take the first steps toward your next career.

Whether you are looking for new skills, a career change, or want to advance your current career, you can attend Penn Foster without having to rearrange or adjust your schedule.

You study at home and learn at a speed that is comfortable for you. Through flexible online study options, you get to choose when, how, and what you want to learn. Whether you want to accelerate through the program quickly or take your time, the choice is up to you.

At Penn Foster, you could gain the skills to help you take the first step toward a career in healthcare, veterinary, skilled trades, and more. No matter what area you choose to study, Penn Foster is self-paced with dedicated faculty and rolling admissions.

As you learn and familiarize yourself with new skills and abilities, you'll have 24/7 access to online resources. Everything is at your fingertips; you can control your education.

Don't let your financial situation stand in the way of your education. Penn Foster is affordable with flexible monthly payment plans available.

The next class can start when you enroll! You could take the first step by contacting Penn Foster today.

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Penn Foster Programs


Automotive & Engine Repair

If you have an interest in cars and trucks, you can take the next step towards a career with Penn Foster's online automotive and engine repair training programs. You have the opportunity to learn necessary skills all online, at your own pace.

  • Auto Repair Technician
  • Diesel Mechanics/Heavy Truck Maintenance
  • Motorcycle Repair Technician
  • Small Engine Repair

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Business

You could learn a variety of fundamental concepts related to business through Penn Foster's online and self-paced business programs. Explore programs in bookkeeping, payroll, and more.

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Bookkeeping
  • Payroll Clerk
  • Retail Supervisor
  • Small Business Management
  • Tax Preparation
  • Virtual Assistant

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Child Care & Education

You can follow your passion for helping children with Penn Foster's online child care and education programs. Programs include early childhood education, CDA credential prep, and more.

  • Child Care Professional

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Computers & Electronics

Are you interested in learning how to work with computers and electronics? Penn Foster's convenient programs could teach you new skills, all at your own pace.

  • Electronics Technician
  • IT Support Specialist

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If you're motivated by a sense of justice or a desire to pursue a career in criminal justice, Penn Foster's online programs could help you take the next step. These flexible programs can help you gain the foundational knowledge needed to train to become a paralegal, private investigator, and more.

  • Legal Secretary
  • Paralegal
  • Private Investigator

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Design & Creative Services

You could learn how to transform your clients' vision into reality with Penn Foster's online and self-paced design programs. Programs are convenient and affordable to fit any lifestyle.

  • ABC® Certified Wedding Planner
  • Computer Graphic Artist
  • Dressmaking and Design
  • Event Planning
  • Floral Design
  • Interior Decorator
  • Interior Design

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Healthcare

If you want to channel your compassion into a field that really matters, Penn Foster's online healthcare programs could be a good fit. Through self-paced courses, you could learn new skills for a rewarding industry.

  • Dental Assistant
  • Home Health Aide
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Billing and Coding
  • Medical Transcriptionist
  • Optician
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Pharmacy Technician Professional
  • Physical Therapy Aide
  • Sterile Processing

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Skilled Trades & Industrial

You could develop new practical skills through Penn Foster's online skilled trades programs. Courses are self-paced and affordable to help fit any lifestyle. Programs include HVACR, residential electrician, and more.

  • Appliance Repair
  • Construction Technology
  • Construction Trades
  • Drafting with AutoCAD®
  • Engineering Technology
  • Gunsmith
  • Home Remodeling and Repair
  • HVACR Technician
  • Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology
  • Jewelry Design and Repair
  • Landscaping Technology
  • Locksmith & Home Security Technician
  • Plumber
  • Residential Electrician
  • Wildlife/Forestry Conservation

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Travel & Hospitality

You could turn your passion for travel and hospitality into a career with Penn Foster's programs. These affordable programs are all offered online and can be completed at your own pace.

  • Caterer
  • Guest Service Agent
  • Hotel/Restaurant Management
  • Travel Agent

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Veterinary & Animals

If you want to work with animals, Penn Foster's affordable veterinary programs are offered online and can be taken at your own pace. Programs include veterinary technician, pet grooming, and more.

  • Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor
  • Pet Grooming
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Technician

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High School Diploma

You could earn your high school diploma online with Penn Foster High School. You could achieve that goal affordably, at your own pace, and on a schedule that's convenient for you. Whether you are a traditional high-school-aged student or an adult looking to go back to school, you can transfer eligible credits and enroll anytime through rolling admissions. Penn Foster High School is nationally and regionally accredited.

Penn Foster is self-paced and flexible. You can have 24/7 access to online resources and a mobile-friendly learning platform for studying on the go.

You could complete your high school diploma from home or wherever else you can get online with your computer or mobile device. Penn Foster is affordable with flexible monthly payment plans available.

  • High School Diploma

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Penn Foster Accreditations, Licensing, and Recommendations

*No form of accreditation guarantees that any learning institution will accept credits from any school as transfer credits. Credits earned in Penn Foster programs may transfer to some, but not all, learning institutions. Students who plan to continue their education with another school after completing coursework with Penn Foster should check with that school regarding credit transfer policies.