DETC - Why DETC Accredited is Important When Considering an Online School
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The Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) was founded in 1926. The DETC is a non-governmental, non-profit, educational organization. They operate the DETC Accrediting Commission which was established in 1955. Their founding principles are to promote ethical and sound business and education standards delivered through distance learning.
The DETC Accrediting Commision reviews institutions and identifies and accredits those that have attained and maintained the identifed minimum standard practices. DETC considers all types of distance learning offered by an institution including degree, non-degree, vocational, avocational programs.
When choosing a distance learning school, being accredited by DETC can play an important role in your decision to enroll. You can be assured that the institution will provide the quality and standards of education it advertises. You are also assured of other factors including quality program of study, instructors, facilities, and equipment.
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