Frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding Career Online High School (COHS), launched in March 2016
Career Online High School is accredited as an online school district by Cognia, the national commission that confers the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI) accreditation seal. Smart Horizons Career Online Education is recognized across the nation as a quality school system, delivering a SACS CASI accredited online high school diploma.
Yes, all COHS instructors are state-certified. Most of the academic coaches and academic instructors are located in Florida.
Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm Central Time; however, coaches have evening hours twice a week and the hours will likely be expanded.
Coaches/instructors are not exclusively assigned to specific libraries. Each student’s assigned academic coach will welcome the student initially and then reach out at least once every two weeks – and more often for students needing additional assistance.
Desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones can access Career Online High School.
Career Online High School is committed to the success of its graduates as they advance into the workplace or postsecondary education and training.
Any alumni of the COHS program who have questions about their transcripts or meeting college admissions requirements may call 1-888-408-5783 or email enrollment@shcoe.org for support.
Career Online High School (COHS) is an online high school diploma and career certification program available through the Ventura County Library System.
To arm you with the tools you need to find a job, we will teach you to create essential documents, such as your resume and a cover letter.
While both high school equivalency and the high school diploma are important, there are several differences between them. Among the most significant is the fact that some colleges, institutions and organizations require a high school diploma and may not accept an equivalency.
In addition to providing a high school diploma, Career Online High School gives students the benefit of earning a career certificate and completing additional job preparation documents and training.
The Ventura County Library (VCL) offers FREE one-to-one tutoring for adults who want to improve their reading and writing skills.
VCL also provides access to LearningExpress Library for adult learners.
Courses are self-paced and taught in an online learning environment, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Ventura County residents (at least 19 years of age), who have completed 8th grade and wish to earn their high school diploma are eligible to apply.
Applicants must have a Ventura County Library card in good standing (or be willing to obtain one).
Scholarships are limited and priority will be given to applicants living in the Ventura County Library service area.
