1. Welcome to Heald College Online
Our Mission
“ Heald College prepares
students for academic,
personal, and professional
success through quality
career-focused programs
that develop skills to last
a lifetime.”
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2. The Reason Why We’re Here Today
Getting to know YOU
• Current situation
• What’ s important to you
• Your future
• Program of interest
Getting to know HEALD
• Heald overview
• Online advantage
• Financial aid
Next Step?
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3. Who is Heald College
• Accredited by the WASC Senior College and
University Commission
• Approved by the U.S. Department
of Education to provide financial aid
for those who qualify
• Established in 1863, 12 campuses
• Offer fully online programs
• Approximately 12,000 students
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4. Why Heald College
Traditional Education
• Unrelated general studies
• Large classes
• Longer duration (3+ years)
• Limited job postings
Heald College Education
• Concentrated focus
• Small classes
• Graduate with your degree sooner
• Lifetime career services assistance
for graduates
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5. The Heald Difference
• Small classes means personal attention
• Career services assistance for graduates
means we’ll help you find your career
• Your degree in as little as 18 months
means you could be working and earning
sooner
• Financial aid for those who qualify means
education can be affordable
• Graduation ceremony means you get
to share your accomplishment with
friends and family
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6. The Online Advantage
• Online tutoring means you get the
support you need to be successful
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• Thousands of online learning resources
means you have access to our online
library anywhere, at any time
• Online student support means you have
a dedicated student services advisor to
assist you when needed
• Taking classes online means you have
the flexibility to complete your studies
around a busy work and life schedule
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7. Career Services Assistance
How We Do It
• Resume writing assistance
• Interviewing skill training
• Relationships with small businesses,
Fortune 1000 and Fortune 500
companies
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8. Career
Career vs. Job
• Higher salary
• Benefits and perks
• Professional advancement
• Better hours and environment
• Security and satisfaction
• Confidence and independence
Job
• Hourly pay
• Limited advancement
• Unpredictable career path
• Limited opportunities
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9. Program Information
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For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program,
and other important information, please visit our website at www.HealdOnline.edu/disclosures
