Ashworth College Online

About Ashworth College Online

Ashworth College Online is a respected, worldwide leader in comprehensive, globally accredited online education. They have unified the three schools formerly known as Professional Career Development Institute, Ashworth College and James Madison High School under one name. The result? Expanded course offerings, far-reaching upgrades in support services and instructional enhancements.

When Ashworth College opened their doors as PCDI in 1987, they offered one career training course, their Professional Real Estate Appraisal Program. Since then, they've expanded to more than 75 career-relevant programs. And millions of smart people have reaped the practical rewards of flexible, lifestyle friendly education at Ashworth College. They are dedicated to providing a meaningful educational experience that fulfills personal and professional goals.
Lifestyle-friendly learning gives you the flexibility to learn when, where and how you want. You set the pace of study, schedule and deadlines. And tutorial guidance is just a click away.

Ashworth College is committed to teaching specialized knowledge and skills to people of all ages and backgrounds in the most convenient way possible. Their programs of study are challenging yet easy to follow and accessible from anywhere. With Ashworth College, you'll gain the tools to move ahead in your career, qualify for a promotion, pursue an enjoyable hobby and be a success in the working world.

Ashworth College puts you in control of your education with self-guided independent study that's flexible, affordable and fun. They offer an impressive variety of courses, superior quality instruction, personal guidance and accelerated study with their FasTrack™ Learning System.
Educational ExcellenceAshworth College’s globally accredited programs are comprehensive. Detailed. Career-relevant. Easy to follow. Each is developed by professional educators who have 'been there, done that' so you'll learn the latest real-world procedures and techniques. Visuals - either printed or online - make each topic come alive. Hands-on projects and exercises let you practice what you learn.

Flexible ChoicePerhaps you're a creative type. A problem-solver. A nature-lover. Or a people person. Ashworth College gives you the tools to transform your attributes into career competencies. Just select the course of study that suits your goals. Many programs let you choose between correspondence or online study.

Dedicated SupportIf you need assistance or have questions, you'll get prompt, personal guidance from their dedicated team of on-site tutors. Just email or call. For your convenience, log onto their student portal to request help, make a tuition payment, track your grades, check on materials and take your next exam.

FasTrack™ Learning System Ashworth College’s FasTrack™ Learning System lets you balance work, family and leisure activities while empowering you with a practical education. It's perfect for people who don't want to waste time rushing to classes or worrying about deadlines. Now you can bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to be - and move ahead as quickly as you want.

Ashworth College Accreditation

Ashworth College provides quality assurance to all students as evidenced by their continuing adherence to the standards set by today's most respected accrediting agencies.
Their educational programs are regularly examined by third-party accrediting organizations to ascertain the quality of their curricula, instructional methodology, faculty, and administrative policies. They have consistently met -- and often exceed -- the standards set by these members-only organizations.

DETC

Ashworth College is an Accredited Member of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a globally recognized accrediting agency, for distance learning schools and distance education. As such, their lifestyle-friendly curricula, our FasTrack(TM) Learning System and their administrative policies are frequently reviewed to ensure that they continue to meet the DETC's exacting standards of excellence.

DETC Address: 1601 18th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009

Georgia Nonpublic PostsecondaryEducation Commission

Ashworth College is authorized by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission to offer instruction in career programs, associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs.
Ashworth High School Accreditation

In addition to being nationally accredited by DETC, Ashworth High School is also accredited by the following:

SACS

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) only accredits schools meeting their rigorous academic criteria, including a commitment to continuous improvement. SACS accreditation also ensures that they're recognized by most regional accrediting bodies, and that their students will benefit from an expert teaching staff, comprehensive courses, and quality texts. SACS accredits Ashworth College High School.

CITA

The Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA) is a consortium of seven regional accrediting commissions which has established special educational standards and accreditation protocols applicable to schools worldwide, and works toward the development of academic freedom, peace and justice, and self-regulation among qualified educational institutions. CITA accredits Ashworth College High School.