Six associations may accredit high schools. Choose a school that has been accredited by one of the following organizations: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Northwest Association of Colleges and Schools, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Western Association of Colleges and Schools and New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Search each of these association's websites to find the accredited correspondence school that fits your needs.
Some schools only offer correspondence programs. The American School, accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, offers one such program. Since this school specializes in correspondence programs, the school can offer complete attention to these students.
James Madison High School, accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges, offers single correspondence classes as well as many correspondence degrees. This school specializes in vocational training, and students who wish to enter the health field, computer field or vocational trade should find a correspondence school that specializes in a student's desired field.
Candidates who will succeed in correspondence high school programs include, students who are over the age of 18, an individual who is able to motivate himself outside of a teacher's supervision, students who have missed more than a month of school due to an illness or a family issue and students who desire early-admittance to a vocational secondary school. Not all students benefit from correspondence programs, so make sure you research each program you apply to, ensuring you choose the program that offers the right fit.
Students will log on to an accredited school's website, download assignments, participate in group chats or message board updates and take tests. Students usually must purchase all required items such as text books, lab materials and software before the class begins. When a student needs help, she may email the teacher questions or ask questions in online lectures or chats. Some schools allow students to contact the teacher by phone; however, not all schools offer phone communication.