Distance Learning

Calhoun offers over 80 online courses allowing students to complete the following degrees and certificates online!

The class schedule for each semester will notate the distance learning courses that are available. Be sure to select “Distance Learning” as the campus when searching.

Degrees & Certificates available online

Associate of Science in General Studies with these Concentrations:

Business
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Elementary Education
English
General Education
History
Mathematics
Pre-Nursing
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology

Associate of Applied Science

Architectural Design Technology
Engineering Design Technology
Office Management
Child Development*
Paralegal
Programming
Accounting Technology

Short Term Certificate:

Accounting Essentials
Architectural Design Technology
Auxiliary Teacher
Business
Child Development
Computer Information Systems Computer Science Essentials
Design Drafting
Engineering Design Technology
Programming Essentials
Software Applications
Tax Professional

*Students are required to participate in face-to-face practical experiences for CHD 215.

There are four types of Distance Learning classes, hybrid (H), asynchronous online (W), synchronous online (S), and hy-flex (F).

A Hybrid course is one in which a majority of instruction is delivered online through Canvas, a learning management system. Hybrid courses will have required meetings on campus and required assignments online. These courses typically meet once per week or less for lectures or labs. Calhoun identifies a hybrid course with an “H” in the course section of the semester course schedule.
An Asynchronous online course is one in which instruction is delivered entirely online through Canvas, a learning management system. Although the course content is delivered entirely online, students may be required to take exams in the Testing Center on either location, or at an approved testing location. Some courses also utilize online test proctoring software like Respondus or Honorlock. There may be additional fees to use outside testing centers. Calhoun identifies an asynchronous online course with a “W” in the course section of the semester course schedule.
A synchronous online course is one that utilizes a web conferencing tool to hold scheduled online meetings on a weekly basis. The course schedule will list specific days and times for these meetings when a student registers. There will be additional course materials and assignments available in Canvas. The instructor may require proctored exams similar to an asynchronous online course. Calhoun identifies a synchronous online course with an “S” in the course section of the semester course schedule.
A hy-flex course offers students the option to attend in person or participate virtually via a web conferencing tool. Students have the option to change their mode of attendance from week to week. Calhoun identifies a hy-flex course with an “F” in the course section of the semester schedule.

All Distance Learning courses require that students have a reliable computer and high-speed Internet access. For further technical details, see Technical Requirements. Additionally, Distance Learning courses require computer literacy and excellent reading comprehension skills, as well as self-discipline and motivation.

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Degrees & Certificates available online

Associate of Science in General Studies with these Concentrations:

Associate of Applied Science

Short Term Certificate:

Other questions about online courses, financial aid, or student registration?

Canvas: Online Learning Environment

English MOOC

Frequently Asked Questions

Math MOOC

Policies and Procedures

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Quality Assurance

Technical Requirements