when talking about Virtual Schools, this is the most talked about issue besides economy. Many people around the world find themselves struggling in jobs because of lack of education or lack of degree status. In current times, we are surrounded by many companies looking for degrees. For many of these hard working people, we see a sudden loss of interest in work since they are not being compensated since they have no degrees. They have more than enough experience but no "formal education". Many find this disturbing and inconsiderate but people are finding themselves going back to school to further their opportunities in their work fields.
After looking for so long and trying to do the same, I found Penn State University's World Campus. Around the world there are many schools, colleges and universities that are offering programs such as this. We see the commercials all over the television. What is not explained in these commercials is that many of these so called on-line schools, are not per say, "schools". These are places that offer people training and information in order for them to get the necessary "education". Many of these "schools" are businesses run by business men, not teachers which are the ones that should be teaching a course.
Besides the fact of having to deal with so many fake places that will take your money, which many families do not have, you also have to deal with the fact that you might not have the same opportunity to go into a job as any other person that has graduated from a brick and mortar college. These are acredited and their degrees are valid, while these companies degrees are accepted but not before the ones that come from an accredited school. The whole reason one is trying to do this is because between family and work, it is difficult to be able to go to a brick and mortar school.
Taking this into consideration, it is of great importance to make sure the school you choose is accredited. I was lucky that I found Penn State On-line. There are several others that will be able to provide you with the education you need, but make sure you go through one that is accredited. It is very interesting being able to experience this wonderful world of on-line schools. Not all are so lucky, if you are, you should take advantage of it. One word of advise. It is not the easiest task. You have to be very committed to your studies. It is not easy to try to juggle your full time job, home with the family and then have to also study and do homework.
Although it has been expressed by experts that on-line students tend to isolate themselves due to so much time needed to be on-line to achieve your desired levels, it is a risk you have to take in order to acquire your degree. It is incredibly fun and interesting to meet people from all over the U.S. I greatly encourage anyone interested, to take the first step and try to get some information. Remember the most important word; accreditation. There are so many on-line schools, my best bet would be a state college in your area and verify if they offer any on-line courses. I mean, even if you start with a certificate, it is a beginning.
I wish you the best of luck in your journey. Mine is far from done, but I am enjoying it everyday.
