Online High School Diploma Programs & Courses

You can see the value of a high school diploma, looking at job listings today, many of which require a minimum of completion of high school. In 2004, high school graduates were 70% more likely to be employed than those without a high school diploma (BLS). Naturally, no educational program can guarantee a future salary or employment upon completion; however, having a high school diploma opens up plenty of new employment opportunities that are closed to those without a high school diploma.

What's the difference between a high school diploma and a GED? The GED is an exam comprising five areas: writing skills, social studies, science, interpreting literature, and mathematics. Completion does not give you a high school diploma; you are a "GED holder". Completion of an accredited high school program, including meeting credit requirements, results in the granting of a high school diploma; you are a "high school graduate".

What's best, completing the requirements for a high school diploma is easier than ever. Online programs can offer you the convenience of taking courses through the Internet, at your convenience, and from home. Of course, it's important to verify the accreditation of any school you're considering, to make sure your new high school diploma is worth all the work you've put into it.

Earn your high school diploma at home with the help of Stratford Career Institute's proven distance learning methods. Don't settle for a GED equivalency-get a real high school diploma without quitting your job or attending night school. Our comprehensive programs can help prepare you for a college degree or a career.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that high school graduates earn nearly $9,000 more per year than those without diplomas. Our convenient, flexible high school diploma program has already helped thousands of students advance their education at home...and we can help you too!

Ashworth College now offers its renowned, affordable High School diploma programs via distance education-100% online, by correspondence, or a combination of the two:

• Ashworth College - General High School Diploma
  This curriculum is designed to provide a solid education leading to the granting of a high school diploma. All courses have been organized and assembled for successful independent learning at home. The carefully-selected textbooks and specially-designed online courses are authoritative, recognized high school resources. When you enroll, you'll pick up where you left off. It's even possible to get credit for past academic achievements.
• Ashworth College - College Preparatory High School Diploma
  This program is designed for those who will likely seek higher education after receiving their high school diploma. This Program covers the subject matter at a more advanced level, offers more challenge, and demands more of the high school student.

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