Homeschoolers, Career Transition Folks: Online computer courses that are budget friendly!

Jan. 27, 2010 - PRLog -- Ever wanted to take a programming course but didn't know where to begin, or worried that the affordability was out of reach?

Look no further. Professor John Smiley has all of your questions under one virtual roof. A professor with Holy Family, Philadelphia College and Penn State University, Smiley also offers self-paced and guided courses over the internet.

Wondering about fee's? Aside from incredible, generous opportunities for those in the forces or  other heroic careers or volunteerism, Smiley understands that the economy is tight, and offers discounted rates for unique students who are taking the courses as non-credit.

As a parent, Steve Proko was intrigued and pleasantly surprised when he was able to sign his 15 year old son, an avid computer self proclaimed "geek", up for a class.
"We were worried about him being overwhelmed, but being homeschooled and then transitioning to a cyber school, it was still a fluid move for him" explaining his son Nick's, participation.

Nick had been homeschooled for much of his education and in the middle of tenth grade began a cyber charter that worked with twice exceptional and gifted youth. He had already signed up for the computer course, at a discount since he was non-credit. He is able to finish the course on his own time, and information is given to him in doable chunks. Also, there is a PDF file of the book (also available via mail; Professor Smiley has authored many books on programming) and as a student, is able to learn, and enjoy learning at a pace that is appropriate for his beginner level; all the while, having a challenge and a college level skill before he even hits his senior year of high school.

This isn't just for homeschoolers or, for kids; the courses are perfect for transition careers, gaining new skills, getting ahead at your career or just enjoying a new skill.

For more information about Professor Smiley's courses (many available) see
http://www.johnsmiley.com/