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While PCDI is no longer accepting enrollments in our Medical Office Assistant Program, we’re excited to introduce you to our partner school, Penn Foster.
Penn Foster doesn’t offer a Medical Office Assistant Program, but we do offer a variety of healthcare training programs that could be a good fit for you!
LEARN MOREPenn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you launch, accelerate, and thrive in their careers for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School. The program you choose is structured to fit your learning needs so you can achieve your goals, and is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career preparation for the in-demand job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a pathway towards your career goals.
LEARN MOREPenn Foster offers a variety of career and college programs that are focused on helping you take the first steps toward a new career! If you’re interested in working in the healthcare field, some programs that could help you take the first step toward a new job in the industry include:
While PCDI is no longer accepting enrollments in our Locksmithing Program, we’re excited to introduce you to our partner school, Penn Foster.
Our online Locksmith and Home Security Technician Training Program is designed with career readiness in mind. Through interactive lessons, simulations, and how-to videos, you'll build the foundational knowledge and skills that can help you prepare for a career as a locksmith or home security professional.
LEARN MOREPenn Foster's Locksmithing Program can help you gain the skills needed to start your own business or begin an entry-level career in locksmithing.
If you’re looking for a career that you can train for from home, Penn Foster’s online Locksmith and Home Security Technician Training can help you take the first steps. Complete your courses at your own pace—earn your Locksmith & Home Security Technician Career Diploma on your time.
Penn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you obtain skills and achieve their career goals for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School. Every course is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career prep for the job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a guide towards your career goals.
In Penn Foster's online Locksmith and Home Security Tech Training Program, you'll learn the skills and knowledge essential to prepare for an entry-level job through interactive animations, simulations, and videos. The program is self-paced, meaning you can learn on your own schedule from home. Your online courses include:
At Penn Foster, we think online learning can make a big difference in people's lives, and it should be available to everyone. That's why we've made our programs affordable and tailored to fit your needs. You can learn and improve your skills for the job you want, all at your own pace and on your own schedule.
Locksmiths generally have a high school diploma or equivalency and have completed vocational training in the field. From there, you can prepare to work for an established company or start your own business in your area.
Locksmiths working in the field have an average pay of $24.14 per hour, as of 2022.* Depending on where you work and whether you’re an on-call locksmith, you can potentially earn more per hour.
Locksmiths make and repair keys, take service calls and perform repairs as needed, install and maintain electronic home security systems, and more.
Many locksmiths find work in a local shop or open their own locksmith business. However, skilled locksmiths and home security technicians also work for schools, local government, hospitals, security service companies, or any business that has locks or the need for facilities support professionals.
To become a locksmith, you’ll typically be required to complete at least entry-level education and long-term on-the-job training. Many locksmiths learn the foundational knowledge needed for the field through a combination of post-secondary education and hands-on training.
Sources:
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. "Locksmiths and Safe Repairers." Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. Accessed October 2, 2023.
Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
While PCDI is is no longer accepting new enrollments into our Travel Agent Professional Certification program, we’re excited to introduce you to our partner school, Penn Foster.
If you’re considering a new career in the travel industry our partner school, Penn Foster, offers an online Travel and Tourism Specialist Career Diploma designed to help you learn how to become a successful travel agent on your schedule, from home.
LEARN MOREWith Penn Foster’s online Travel Agent Program, you’ll build the skills that can help you take the first step toward a new career in the field – all on your schedule, from home! You’ll also prepare to sit for the Travel Agent Proficiency (TAP) exam offered by the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) and The Travel Institute. Graduates receive a voucher to enroll in the Destination Specialist course at The Travel Institute to further their training. This course allows you to explore an area of personal interest and helps you prepare for travel additional agent certification by completing the Destination Specialist certification exam.
Penn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you obtain skills and achieve their career goals for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School. Every course is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career prep for the job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a guide towards your career goals.
At Penn Foster, we think online learning can make a big difference in people's lives, and it should be available to everyone. That's why we've made our programs affordable and tailored to fit your needs. You can learn and improve your skills for the job you want, all at your own pace and on your own schedule.
LEARN MOREWhile PCDI is no longer accepting enrollments in our Hotel and Restaurant Management Program, we’re excited to introduce you to our partner school, Penn Foster.
If you like working with people and leading teams, and you want a job where you can grow, Penn Foster’s online Hotel and Restaurant Management Career Diploma might be perfect for you. You can learn how to manage a restaurant or hotel from home, fitting your studies around your own schedule.
LEARN MOREThis program can prepare you for management jobs in restaurants, hotels, resorts, or even on cruise ships. You'll cover important topics like team management, accounting, scheduling staff effectively, and more in our online courses.
After finishing the program, you'll be able to take the National Restaurant Association’s (NRA) ServSafe Manager certification exam. This certification is usually required for managers in places where they handle food regularly.
Penn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you obtain skills and achieve their career goals for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School. Every course is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career prep for the job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a guide towards your career goals.
In our accredited Hotel and Restaurant Management course curriculum, you'll learn the skills and knowledge that can help you prepare to start a rewarding career in hospitality management. Your online units include:
At Penn Foster, we think online learning can make a big difference in people's lives, and it should be available to everyone. That's why we've made our programs affordable and tailored to fit your needs. You can learn and improve your skills for the job you want, all at your own pace and on your own schedule.
With a diploma in both hotel and restaurant management, you're prepared for a variety of careers in the hospitality and tourism industry! After graduating, you may qualify for jobs as a hotel manager, restaurant manager, venue event coordinator, and more.
There are a variety of certifications and credentials you can add to your hospitality resume depending on the career path you're interested in! Most of them aren't required to get a job in the field but can help you stand out from other applicants and enhance your industry knowledge. Some exams you may want to sit for after graduating from your program include:
Additionally, for those working with food or as a restaurant manager, sitting for the ServSafe Food Handler certification can be helpful! While it's not required in every state, many do have health regulations that require workers in the food industry to have this certification. Once you complete your hotel and restaurant manager training with Penn Foster, you can take the exam at no additional cost!
The hotel and restaurant industry includes a wide variety of career paths from hotel management to working at convention centers. Some sectors of the hospitality industry may see more growth than others. For example, jobs in the hotel sector are expected to grow faster than average over the next decade.
To be a successful manager in any field, it's important that you have strong leadership skills, great written and verbal communication, and sharp interpersonal skills. You'll be work with a wide assortment of coworkers and clients, so it's important to be able to communicate and help every individual effectively. Outside of people skills, you'll also want to be detail-oriented, organized, and have strong problem-solving skills.
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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. "Lodging Managers."Occupational Outlook Handbook. Accessed October 4, 2023.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. "Food Service Managers."Occupational Outlook Handbook. Accessed October 4, 2023.
Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
Penn Foster has been on a mission to help people like you launch, accelerate, and thrive in their careers for more than 130 years. We provide students with a quality education that fits their busy lifestyle and budget, offering over 100 self-paced, career-relevant programs across our College, Career School, and High School.
The program you choose is structured to fit your learning needs so you can achieve your goals, and is designed to work with your schedule, anytime, anywhere you want to study. With a focus on relevant skills and career preparation for the in-demand job you’re after, Penn Foster can help you graduate with confidence and help provide a pathway towards your career goals. View featured programs below.
*Based on data from a 2024 Penn Foster Group End of Program Survey.
