Charter Oak State College

Charter Oak State College was established in 1973 by the Connecticut Legislature to provide an alternative way for adults to earn associate and bachelor’s degrees, and are focused offering students the options of completing their degrees in a more convenient, flexible and affordable setting than a traditional college.

The online and video courses at Charter Oak are offered in 5, 8, and 15-week formats, and have been developed and taught by faculty who are experts in their fields.

If you have at least 9 hours of college credits, access to and familiarity with an internet-connected computer, Charter Oak State College could be your path to a completed degree and a bright career!

Online Courses

Business Economics Professional


Description What is economics about? Economics is the problem of using the available resources as efficiently as possible so as to achieve the maximum...
Chinese Seasonal Approach to Health


Description Designed for the beginning herbalist, this course will explain the Chinese Five Seasons, their corresponding organs, food suggestions and exercises...
Nursing Assistant w/ Medical Terminology


Description Nursing Assistant Overview If you’ve ever thought about becoming a nursing assistant, this in-depth curriculum could help you learn important...
Basic Internet Specialist Certificate


Description Designed to help people learn more about the Web including terminology, finding information, and creating effective websites that sell. Students...
Building Security


Description With more than a million office buildings in the United States, more and more Americans are spending a considerable part of their lives working...
Conducting Effective Accident Investigations


Description Conducting Effective Accident Investigations It doesn’t have to wait until someone like Indiana Jones descends ancient stone staircases...