Frederick Taylor University has helped busy professionals succeed since 1994. With FTU, you can complete your advanced certification within a few months and enhance your professional recognition and earning potential.

Our proven distance learning programs put you in control. At FTU, you can complete your certification program from anywhere, study at your own pace and time schedule. We make it easy because we understand that time for work and your family is important.

FTU’s expert faculty are available to answer your questions by phone, fax or electronic mail. Our curriculum was developed by leading experts to ensure that you receive quality, comprehensive and up-to-date course materials.

Tuition and Fees:

Total cost of tuition and fees for each certification program, except Medical Administrative Assisting, are listed below:

Q & A

Q: Do I have to buy any books for my certificate program?

A: No. The University will supply the required textbook and study materials at no charge. Each certificate program is supported by textbook and various reading materials.  Our certificate students will also receive a free booklet that guides them to write a successful resume to launch their career.

Q: How do I access my course and reading materials?

A: Most courses are available in print or download versions. Downloadable courses can be accessed through our website, right after enrollment. Print version courses are sent to our students by the U.S. Priority Mail.

Q: Can this certification program be applied towards a degree program at FTU?

A: If you applied and accepted to one of our degree programs, you would receive academic credit based on your final grade.

Q: Do I have to attend campus classes?

A: FTU provides its courses in distance learning and online formats. Therefore, there is no class attendance requirement. You can fit your coursework into your busy schedule. You study in privacy of your own home and work closely with your assigned faculty members to complete your certificate program.

Q: What is a certificate course like?

A: Our certificate course comes with a textbook, course syllabus, homework and final assignment. Our textbook is similar to the books used by campus-based degree programs. Each course is designed to ensure your academic progress in a distance learning format. FTU encourages a one-on-one communication between faculty and student. Our expert faculty will provide continual guidance throughout your program to ensure your academic success.

Q: How can I contact my faculty members?

A: You can contact your assigned faculty member by email, telephone, fax or mail, whichever you select. Your instructors will guide you step-by-step through your course study. You can contact your faculty members at instructor@ftu.edu and 1-800-988-4622 .

A: No. Students may complete their certificate programs at their own pace with no set schedule.

A: Yes, the University has the authorization to operate and award undergraduate and graduate degrees by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, of the State of California.

A: Some FTU students, working for major corporations and governmental agencies, receive tuition reimbursement assistance from their employers. To check your eligibility, please contact your employer.

Q: Should I pay my total tuition in one payment prior to enrollment?

A: You may pay your tuition in two equal installments. You can also pay your tuition in one installment and receive $50 discount.

A: That depends on your motivation and your own study pace. Each course is designed to require about 75 hours of study for completion. In general, most students complete their certificate programs within 2 to 4 months. Please note that FTU allows students to set their own study pace.

A: You can start at any time. Enrollment is continuous and you will begin your education as soon as your enrollment forms and first installment of your tuition are received. Simply submit your online application for admission. After processing, we will issue an enrollment packet for you that includes the terms and conditions of your enrollment in our program. You may review, sign and forward your enrollment document to the University along with your first payment to begin your degree program.

A: No. Our Advanced Certificates are similar to those of traditional institutions.

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