Are the online degree program and online school accredited?
Accreditation is a process through which schools can demonstrate that their online degree programs meet regional or national education standards for quality and integrity. Although accreditation is voluntary, reputable schools participate in order to qualify for federal financial aid distribution, and to assure students that their academic credits will be transferable. Legitimate accrediting agencies are those recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), the U.S. Department of Education, or both. The highest level of accreditation is regional, but there are also a number of national accrediting agencies recognized by CHEA or the U.S. Dep’t. of Education. These include the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) Accrediting Commission and accrediting agencies associated with specific careers. The DETC is often the accrediting agency for online degree programs. If the program you’re considering is career training required for certification in a specific job
