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

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...
Fundamentals of Public Relations


Description The surge in popularity and importance that Public Relations has enjoyed in recent years, represents the attempt by professional management...
Object-Oriented Analysis and Design


Description This series provides an overview of object orientation and describes the process for developing object-oriented programming. It explains the...
Power Plant Operations Certificate


Description This course is designed for people who seek entry-level operator’s job in a power plant. There are thousands of power plants in the United...
Home Health Aide w/ Medical Terminology


Description Home Health Aide Overview A Home Health Aide (HHA) may also be known as a Home Caregiver or Residential Assistant (RA). An HHA provides basic,...
Implementing Green Initiatives in Government


Description Public agencies across the country are implementing green mandates and determining the best routes to meet their objectives in an efficient...