2020 has been a year unlike any other. While the challenges we’ve faced with the pandemic, shutdowns, and social distancing can feel overwhelming, it’s important to remember that some good things have happened this year, too! As we wrap up this strange year, we’re looking back at all the things we’ve accomplished together and getting ready for what comes next in 2021.
2020 has been a year unlike any other. While the challenges we’ve faced with the pandemic, shutdowns, and social distancing can feel overwhelming, it’s important to remember that some good things have happened this year, too! As we wrap up this strange year, we’re looking back at all the things we’ve accomplished together and getting ready for what comes next in 2021.
Here are some highlights from this year.
If you haven’t found a program that’s right for you yet or are looking for the next course to add to your resume, we’ve got you! In 2020, Penn Foster added six brand new programs. These include
As an online school, keeping our programs cutting-edge is essential. This year, we made some big updates to programs like
Finding a job in your new career field can be easier than ever with our new job board. Launched this year, employers looking for Penn Foster students and grads from across the country post job listings you can review and apply for! Find your career match today.
We are thankful for those who serve our country and their spouses! In 2020, we gained gold status as a military friendly school, meaning our programs and dedication to our military students are top notch. Find out more about what criteria needs to be met to earn this status here.
COVID-19 made a big impact on the world, and so we partnered with South New Hampshire University and Guild Education to offer a free, 30-minute COVID testing and safety course. The course, geared to train frontline healthcare workers – but available to anyone – covered essential tips for safety, testing, and sanitation.
Our Pharmacy Technician Professional program is modeled against ASHP standards and requirements and has received American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)/Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accreditation. This accreditation is the national standard for pharmacy technician training programs.
Little Pink Book recognized our Pharmacy Technician Professional program as one of the best nationwide! Read more here.
Our Student Ambassadors are some of the best of the best. They’re dedicated to connecting and helping their fellow students. One way they did that was through starting our first Community Newsletter. Completely run by the Ambassadors, the newsletter covers everything from student spotlights to study tips. This year, we celebrated its first birthday and can’t wait to celebrate more. Check out the newsletter on the community today!
Each year in October, we celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week! This year was no different and we learned so much through helpful webinars. Some highlights included an interview with Penn Foster Graduate of the Year, Keyana and Banfield President, Brian Garish, and alumni spotlights, like this one.
Since 2013, we’ve celebrated our outstanding graduates of the year. Check out what they’re up to now on the Learner Resources.
No matter what this year threw at us, we remain grateful and thankful for the amazing students and alumni we have. You’re what makes us #PFProud and we can’t wait to continue being there for your successes in 2021.
