Is Penn Foster accredited?
Penn Foster High School is regionally accredited for grades 9 through adult by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) and nationally accredited by Cognia and the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).
Penn Foster Career School is regionally accredited for non-degree granting postsecondary programs by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 215-662-5603, www.msa-cess.org. In addition, Penn Foster Career School is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Penn Foster has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Penn Foster College is nationally accredited for our college programs by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
No form of accreditation guarantees that any learning institution will accept credits from any school as transfer credits.
What is accreditation?
Accreditation is a recognition that an institution or program has met established quality standards. Programs and institutions are regularly reevaluated to ensure they continue to meet and maintain the standards set forth by the accrediting body.
Once I complete my program, am I qualified to immediately enter my vocational field? If not, what other steps do I need to take to get certification or licensure?
Certification and licensure requirements will vary depending on the program, vocational field, and state. Students should check with the governing body in their state that oversees their field of interest, to determine their state’s requirements.
Will I be able to use your program as certification to work in my state?
This will depend on the program, as some states may require additional education or may have requirements our programs do not meet. Students are encouraged to check with the governing body in their state that oversees their vocational field to determine what their state’s requirements are.
Do jobs accept Penn Foster?
It can depend on the employer. Generally, many jobs accept online diplomas or degrees today but different employers may have different requirements. It’s important to research the field you’re interested to ensure a degree from Penn Foster meets the requirements for the role you’re looking for.
Do colleges accept Penn Foster?
It depends! Generally, many schools may accept Penn Foster High School since we are regionally and nationally accredited. However, different states or schools may have varied admissions requirements, so it’s important to do your research before enrolling. Additionally, Penn Foster College is nationally accredited, so some colleges may accept transfer credits from us but, again, it’s important to check with the school you’re interested in transferring to before enrolling to make sure they accept Penn Foster credits.
Is accreditation important?
Yes, accreditation is important! It signals that the school or program you’re interested in meets established standards and is legitimate. Before enrolling into a school or program, you’ll want to research their accreditation to ensure you’re getting a recognized education that can help you take the next steps toward your goals.