Graduated from Penn Foster. The school differs, depending who you speak to. I also recommend Penn Foster because they will work with you on a payment plan so you can pay a little every month and if you need to change your due date or miss a payment they will help you with that to. Also. I find it simply absurd that an institution has difficulty finding at least ONE fax. If you are already in the program, start looking now for clinics to work in. I complete it as I can, and can take as much time as I need so I actually KNOW the material. There was a billing issue, the school's error, but I had the email saying my payment was accepted and there was no problem. 37 of 40 people found the following review helpful, Hmmm I'm a little confused to on the negative reviews. (NOTE: Medical Billing and Coding is a profession in which you are at the computer 100% .. software was not yet covered and neither was ergonomics......... No discounts- no transfer of internal credits- nada! There was no way I would be able to work and go to school. The only advice I can give is DO YOUR RESEARCH! You can call 1-888-427-1000 to make the payments if you plan on paying them soon. Overall, I am thrilled with my experience. Penn Foster prides itself on its flexible schedule and its affordable pricing for their vet tech program. I've been middle class my whole life and am sick of being taken advantage of by programs such as this and being denied loans for college due to my financial status. Next: the actual classes. i recently experienced this because they are so slow on sending them out that i just went ahead and did my exams with out reading the online things. To be honest my son has done the entire program in under a year minus the 3 classes he has left but we can't sign because there is not expected grad date only an anticipated and his title is director not principle, oh and we are still waiting for the payment to drop off even though they have the money so I can order transcripts. Also my husband is in the military so we could have to move sometime during my schooling and online classes would be the best option for that. They're teenagers, their going to cheat the minute they can or just not do the work if you stop paying attention. PF has a list of colleges that accept their degree credits (it's located on their main website), but the colleges are mainly online institutes (what'd you expect from an ONLINE COLLEGE like PF?!) He left the local high school and attempted to attend the local "high school program" in a local college. As far as the books go, they were very easy and you could learn on your own past with no black and white areas. I'm now enrolled in the bachelors business management degree. Improved community (they will be changing it again fall 2012). I had to cancel my enrollment due to having to go to doctors which is wasting my time. The balance must be paid in full since you have completed over 50% of the program. You have to attend a minimum number of webinar hours per month, plus log into the discussion forum twice a week. Amazing on line delivery and amazing staff that really desire you to do your best! I definitely give this school an A+ and would highly recommend it for those seeking to better their education and career. I'm very aware that I may not find a job easily afterward, this isn't a golden ticket for a job (but I have friends with master's degrees with the same issue in this economy). The study material so far has been wonderful; I'm enjoying it quite a bit. This program is amazing. I want to become a grave cleaner or a grave tender I'm supposed to be learning from them and I wonder how much of what I'm learning is wrong. please and thank you. Although, I didn't have any plans on attending as I was naïve in thinking they only offered HS diplomas and was a student at a local community college. 10 of 15 people found the following review helpful. 2. 13 of 25 people found the following review helpful. And I wanted him to feel secure that all the difficult times the school systems gave him, would not leave a negative impact on him and his future. My advice: talk to a pharmacy technician recruiting agency FIRST before you choose a school! Many of the questions on the exams were so basic I read them to my husband and he answered 80% of them correct. Right now im already a full time Vet Tech at a local clinic and im just trying to finish my college education. A decent school that seems to be improving with time, and now offers Bachelor degrees. in my line of work hands on is the only way to learn. ended up paying $2,175 for a sub par education that isn't as widely accredited as they claim! The younger of the two children who is college bound noted this herself and raised concerns. You don't get the title to a car or the deed to a house until they are paid off. 2 years ago. I also volunteer and train at a dog shelter so the Penn Foster career diploma is extremely valuable in helping me go beyond that of the hands-on experience with dogs. Great school so far. until you simply give up...and you have no chance at all at getting through this program honestly. I am enrolled in Penn Foster right now and I am working up to get my Associate Degree as a Veterinary Technician. They came out with a Study Planner which is available on your student account and can be downloaded as an app on mobile devices. After doing my research, I totally changed my mind and I am happy that I did. It's that much faster they can start on a college career. While the cost of this program is good, the quality of education and instructors is extremely poor. The only usefull lessons were body systems and terminology , which actually you'll have to know when you get to do billing. So research takes time and then formatting your paper - so a lot of work for no credit hours or continuing education hours. 12 of 15 people found the following review helpful, This is the worst school i have ever been too, i wish i would have known better coming out of high school, i did not do my research or anything, so please do your research! My dad is well versed in the law and after a call to them they sent me a letter apologizing for their gross error and didn't know how that happened. There are many frequently asked questions to read from that can resolve issues without having to contact Student CARE. These people are thieves. First let me say, I have not participated in the Penn Foster program myself. Penn Foster's Student Services is easy to contact and they will work with you to address any problems you may be having with the program. Some of the basics were covered at the school, but I was taught everything I learned at Penn Foster, plus some, in about two weeks of interning. Had to call the school 6 times to get the final project graded to get my diploma. Also, my brother is currently enrolled in this program and I've been told there have been changes made. The first grader had removed my headings from pages 2-4 which was one of my complaints as they deducted points from the grade. If you lack common sense, don't take this program (better yet-don't go to school). Everything else depends on dedication. The only drawback I find is that you have to at least log on to the forums once a week, and get a "P" for your Participation. However, most employers in my area seem to think that my diploma is not good despite the fact that I am now better than those who graduated at our local schools. Also, the program director at San Juan isn't a huge b!_tch like Dr. Margi at Penn Foster. I got billed 3x $20 late fee and was told that I had to send them a money order in full payment before my books would be sent. Penn Foster will randomly add on charges to your balance and there is nothing you can about it. It is so much more affordable, with books included in the quoted price, and they allow me to make monthly payments rather than taking out a loan. Some of them have been delayed by the company to the point of being asked to pay an extension fee. Penn Foster College's online Veterinary Technician Associate Degree program includes courses that will help you take the first step towards becoming a licensed veterinary technician. maxim: ok what if i want to transfer from pennfoster to a public school i still need the transcript to transfer because the other schools will need to know how much work and credits i have completed in my previous school, i decided will be transferring from your school ASAP, so i still need the transcript This school offers training in 186 qualifications, with the most reviewed qualifications being Medical Coding Certification, Veterinary Assistant Certification and Veterinary Technician Certification. The biggest insult on this is don't expect to find work anytime real soon. Ciao. I've been told all I have to do is log in for so much time and others have said I have to ask questions, BUT every single time I ask a question, it is not posted and I get VERY RUDE remarks from "the boss"...I guess it's a wait and see thing for now. It's not as easy and convenient as it sounds. Since I have previously earned a diploma from Penn Foster in Dog Obedience and instruction and found them adequate and affordable, I am going to go through the Veterinary Technician program as well. At the end of each semester you must take a proctored exam, with some of the subjects closed book and other open. Toward the end they have you do a program for data entry in medical billing setting appointments, inputting payment data and other office functions. Not a rookie. Any educator should know essay tests allow for excessive subjectivity and enable them to arbitrarily give lower scores to their targets. I just finished Penn Foster, it's unbelievably easy, and not in a good way. I am a Mom and work full time, there is no way I could take the time to get to classes at a school. It definitely enables students to learn everything they need to be knowledgeable in the field, and also to pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam. I do not want to come off completely bashing this institution; it may lead to employment for some people. That was July 2012. i enrolled into penn foster hoping to finish my degree in 2 years but that did not happen...im active duty and deployed on the border and rarely have access to a computer...since i have an iphone i thought i could sign on to the discussion boards using it with no problem..while half way into the year i noticed i was not getting graded on my participation and called...they advised me that using my phone, their system did not recognize it and i asked if there was any way to waive the grade since i had made comments but was told to spoke to the professor. And by the way, my Senior VP has noticed a substantial difference in my contributions I make to the team as a result of this degree program. Which I thought was stupid since it's an online course. The English head never once answered my questions. It meets my personal needs. I am active duty miltary, and work swing shifts, so it is very difficult to find a clinic that will work with my hours. The diploma was treated like a regular high school diploma at the state college (Georgia Highlands) he attended and his grades in high school got him the Georgia Hope scholarship which allowed him to attend college tuition-free. That's really the thing that gets me. The firm is teaching me already tons of things and now?Bachelor degree from PF has me entering,LAW SCHOOL.So happy i can burst!literally.I think about how much time i've waited.Personal family reasons,however i always work in law field,so this is perfect for me and the best part,i did it! My only question with this school, as a recent graduate, is how its diplomas are received in the work force. I'm the boss of my time, I'm the boss of how long I take taking a test or studying. 9 of 13 people found the following review helpful. I took this course because it was less expensive than other courses, but I am not sure I will be able to complete it, although I'll keep trying. Also, I gotta say, the tests they have set up are RIDICULOUS! I am happy with this school overall. Those of you who are posting "rose colored glasses" remarks and are still in your first semester...beware. If you want something rigorous, I would try something else. The closest Pet Grooming school is two hours away from me and starts at 7:45AM - kinda wanted to see if there was something a little more convenient since I have two kids. I am so blessed for them. I'm not saying that its not good to know, but you sign up to get classes for medical billing and coding!!! So basically if you want a school where you have absolutely NO communication from the teacher, only when you have questions, and no communication from your fellow students... then this might be a good fit for you. To be honest, for you pet lovers, would you really want someone working on your beloved pet, that only went to online school and then a few months of required shadowing with a professional? As far as I'm concerned I never finished,or signed my life away at any point for me to owe them. I am currently enrolled in several of Penn Foster's programs and find them to be very informative and up to date. Outrageous, I don't have time for that! It is a very difficult course, but Penn Foster does provide what you need to get there. I talked to Penn Foster and they said it hasn't been updated in awhile. This for me and my future. It is easier for peopel already in the field lookign to complete the degree for state requirements. This program was overall very poor and I learned absolutely nothing from it... 4 of 7 people found the following review helpful. This is a generic education and so not worth the 3000 dollars we spent on it! Penn Foster College offers students a convenient, comprehensive, and rewarding pathway to a fulfilling career as a veterinary technician through its online associate degree program. Please use your own judgment. If you are already in the program, I recommend cutting your losses and get an education at an established college or university in your community. Consumer complaints and reviews about Penn Foster Vet Tech Program Scranton, Pennsylvania. For Penn Foster Veterinary Assistants! The bill collectors do not care if you did not do your homework prior to the debt. I have taken many online courses through community colleges, and have had some bad luck. The staff is always so helpful and there when you need them. Within 24 hours,that meant alot to me at the time because Since our income is too high for financial aid as well as working full time, this was both financially appealing and works around my schedule. It takes forever to get threw or talk too someone. I paid my tuition in full and was told that I could work at my own pace. will be better if they sent materials a heads so I can continue and go on what ever where ever and when ever I want. Because of Penn Foster's low tuition cost they have many more participants than other colleges whose programs costs considerably more. Within these past weeks I have been emailing, calling, posting, everything and anything to try to get some sort of response. I work, like the rest of the real world. I don't have the time or money to go to a brick and mortar school. New Head Director. i was basically doing this just to get a degree. I lost my job, so I was forced to quit school. I know I am not alone, and this is a means to an end. Writing papers, the section on the legal system and general office procedures were a waste of time. Also I had to download a lot of the material and since I did not want to read a lot of material online I went to Staples to print it out which was an extra expense for me. I complement my Penn Foster studies with my own readings too. I have just entered my second semester. I did like the on-your-own pace. I have called and talked and online chat to the Representative's at pennfoster today and they are the worst i have recorded the chat today's date is 10/18/2012 I graduate 2x from here,and sad so many haters here who are indolent,and or just did not at all attempt Save your $800. 35 of 37 people found the following review helpful. The payment plans are nice, but they will only send you so many books if you go that route. As far a transfter I know UOP online take thier credits. I was enrolled in PF's Dressmaking and Design program, I am a fashion designer with no formal fashion education and was looking for a program where I can continue my business, continue working and go to school at the same time. Do you have that time? I got a GED but was told my accomplishment means nothing because I was too stupid to pass HS as a primary option. I hope you won't make the same mistake I did! They informed me that it would be a $250 cancellation fee so I told them that I would pay it on Friday when I got paid. It's very simple, you fail the lessons if you don't study, period. See more ideas about veterinary technician, vet assistant, vet med. The introduction to the course was very long and repetitive. It has been one of the most amazing decisions i have made and i couldn't be prouder to call my self a Penn Foster Student! These are only my opinions, developed while observing and helping a friend through the courses. This program allows me to do it. Seriously! There are other options you can pursue. The lady I talked to had told me that shouldn't be a problem.I tried enrolling in a community collage and was devastated when they denied me entry due to not having a high school diploma from a regionally accredited school. Good education for a good price. In addition with this system being a generic knockoff the grading process was HORRIBLE!! This program is challenging. I did try the pay as you go and they moved much slower than I did, I paid for the whole course and had them just send my all the textbooks. The requirements for beauty school were a high school diploma (or GED) and to be at least 16 years of age. The material said to use positive reinforcement and never physical punishment., but in the DVD they provide for puppy training it shows to grab a pup by the scruff and shake it when it has an accident on the floor. I got hired as a Travel Agency Manager a few months after graduating from the program and not only did the program help me land the job, the courses I took really paid off on the job. I requested the materials, but after reading them I realized there really wasn't very much information in them. If you are considering joining this group, here is some information about the group. This program is very good. You have a total of 6 years to complete your studies. Access study documents, get answers to your study questions, and connect with real tutors for VET 131 : Clinical Externship 1 at Penn Foster College. In my opinion this is a poorly planned program. . At least more communication. No doubt she gets 1,000 emails a day asking the same things, but rather than attempt a real solution, she goes on little tirades in her posts and tells you to read the FAQs.If you can't find an answer, you might want to look again and again or ask a fellow student. But thats my mistakes not the school.Im done paying 1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. IT TOOK ME A COUPLE YEARS AND FINALLY MADE IT. All needing at least 2 class connection live a week! 31 of 52 people found the following review helpful. maxim: the last lesson that was shipped from you is really confusing and weird i don't know how to complete it and i called you guys allot of time's and email you about the lesson and now one can help me with it and it's been over 9 months when i got that last lesson shipped i can barley learn anything from pennfoster , does this have to do anything with collection So slow to sent out materials, and why do I have to wait to finish my exam to sent out my book. That was 3 days ago. Not all credits are transferable from institution to institution, even among regionally accredited schools. 11 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Materials are delivered at the pace of the company, not by the student! More than half of them have been back ordered. The situation was never fixed, I am still being harassed by phone & mail to pay fees that should have never been added. ALSO WHERES LINUX??? Due to them taking their time sending materials, not crediting me with time spent in online groups, not giving me info about my first practicum, I had to start the program all over at the end of my 3rd semester. My husband took this course...but before he enrolled, he called local community colleges that he was interested in going to in order to find out if they would accept a degree from the school. So you do the same make calls see what colleges in your state appected the diploma and what colleges dont. When I called asking for them to send my books again like the nicer lady did for me. If you really want to learn , be proud of yourself, and work well on your own GO FOR Penn Foster! That is not learning! My middle son attended PFHS, their credits transferred to California, where my son finished. Yes, they are accredited in some ways, but not in the ways for getting a state license to work. The online forum and the webinars are archaic in view of other online course presentations I've used, and the webinar conductor "Citrix" is a pain in the rear to work with when their system fails. 6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Penn Foster’s courses are flexible. I cancelled the program when I called the VA but the VA Rep told me a different story so I am stuck with a 3000$ a year bill. I have since found that Penn Foster's support, while reasonably quick to respond, does not do well in following up on school issues. I completed 21 transferable credits at another well known on line school. This college in my opinion is for people that want the degree or certificate but don't really care that they won't learn anything. 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