Industrial Skills Education programs are part of the Business and Industrial Division at Penn Foster, which is one of the oldest and largest distance learning institutions in the world. The school provides programs and services that are designed to meet the life-long learning needs of the adult learner. Programs of study lead to associate of science degrees and career-specific diplomas.

The mission of Penn Foster is to empower adult learners to advance or change their careers, learn a new skill, or gain personal satisfaction. The school strives to fulfill this mission by providing breadth and depth of courseware, applicable technology, and a wide array of flexible services aimed at the needs of the adult learner. Programs not only teach current marketplace skills, but also present liberal arts offerings and develop critical thinking, writing, and mathematical abilities. The mission is supported by an admissions policy that allows students with appropriate prior education to enroll in programs without regard to race, religion, gender, age, color, national origin, or physical disability.

The school assesses fulfillment of its mission and achievement of institutional effectiveness through ongoing studies of student academic success, measurement of student satisfaction, and evaluation of the career outcomes of graduates.

• Job Focused Programs. We offer vocational programs in the fastest-growing fields - business, technology, healthcare, and select trades.


• Flexible Method of Study. You can study online or in print. Textbooks and learning materials are shipped directly to you. You decide which method best suits your learning style.


• Study At Home. There is no going to class. You choose the best time and place to complete your coursework.


• Network of Instructor Support. You work independently, but not alone. Expert faculty and support staff are just a phone call or email away.


• All Inclusive Pricing. Your tuition price includes all materials you need including textbooks, supplemental materials, study guides, and learning aids.


• Affordable Tuition. Our tuition is among the lowest of all career schools. With our large student body we are able to cost-effectively deliver course materials and efficiently provide first-rate student services. These savings are passed along to our students through our low cost tuition.


• Interest-Free, Monthly Payment Plans. We offer customized monthly payment plans at 0% interest.


• Graduate Career Services. Graduates of Penn Foster can take advantage of the Penn Foster Career Services which include access to information on how to search for and find that great job, tips on interviewing, preparing a cover letter...we'll even have a Certified Professional Resume Writer help create your resume!