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Related research shows that recognized institutions with accredited online degree programs carry more weight with employers than such degrees awarded by less reputed schools.
Two Types of Accreditation
There are two types of accreditation available for online degree programs: institutional and specialized. The most important institutional accreditation in U.S. comes from one of six regional accrediting associations (Middle States, New England, North Central, Northwest, Southern, Western). These associations grant membership to all regionally accredited educational institutions (including Harvard, Princeton and Yale), and acknowledge one another's accreditation.
A specialized accrediting body evaluates particular units, schools, or programs including Online Education Degree programs within an institution. Specialized accreditation, also called program accreditation, is often associated with national professional associations such as those for engineering, medicine, and law, or with specific disciplines such as business, teacher education, psychology, or social work.
So, before you decide to go for an online degree program, try to find whether it has accreditation from a recognized university or a professional association of repute.
Best of luck! Happy Degree Hunting!
Check out resources available on net for more information on online degree courses.
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