Distance Learning History
Most universities offer a distance learning history degree program because it is a diverse degree that can be used in many career fields. Through a distance learning history program, a student can major or minor in history and can work towards a bachelors, masters or doctorate. Most people who do not plan on continuing their education beyond a bachelor's degree in history use the degree to teach at the high school level. The history portion of the degree can be earned through a distance learning history program. The student will have to fulfill a student teaching requirement at a school to earn his or her teaching certification so that part of the degree plan can not be done through distance education. Student teaching requires a semester of full time work at a school and the distance learning history program will coordinate the student teaching.
Many people will earn a bachelor's in history as a stepping stone to further their education. Distance learning history colleges offer masters programs in specialized areas such as art history and military history. With a master's degree, the graduate can teach at the community college level. Pre-law students can earn a bachelor of arts in history on their path to entering law school. Distance learning history doctorate programs are a good choice for working professionals who want to continue their education. To teach at a major state university, a Ph.D. is required. Many community college professors will continue their education through a distance learning history program so they can reach the university level. Ph.D. programs vary based on the college, but many offer Ph.D.'s in United States History, Latin American History, and Philosophy.
The American Military University is an example of a college that offers distance learning history degree programs that can be completed entirely online. The university offers both bachelors and masters in history and military history. The university is regionally and nationally accredited by the North Central Association and the Distance Education and Training Council. The university caters to working adults by providing classes that begin every month and classes that do not require the student to login at specific dates or times.
