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The Experience

• Q. What drew you to the programs at CD-ED?
• “I was watching television one day and I saw a commercial for CD-ED and I called.”

• Q. Why did you then decide to take a home-study college program from CD-ED?
• “I was a single parent trying to work to support my daughter so doing a home study college program would allow me to work and do my schooling at the same time and also allow me time for my daughter.”
• Q. What were your expectations of distance education?
• “Honestly, the only experience I had ever had with home-study was aweful. When I started my program I was impressed that someone really was there to help you in a timely manner. My other experience you could never get a hold of an instructor when you needed help. I loved that with CD-ED.”
• Q. Was the program at all what you expected? If so, how? If not, why?
• “My expectations of distance for education were that they would provided me with the same kind of education that I would receive if I were to attend an actual college. The program was what I expected, they covered everything that you need to know. ”
• Q. Which part of the course did you find the most challenging?
• “I took the Medical Office Administration course and I found remembering all the terminology was the most challenging for me.”

• Q. Which part of the course was the most enjoyable?
• “The most enjoyable part of the course for me was learning about the different functions of the body, even the skin; I found it interesting.”

• Q. What was the highlight of the program for you?
• “The highlight of the program for me was I wrote my typing test and I passed and then received my diploma.”

Studying

• Q. How was the instructor support during your program?
• “The instructor support during my program was excellent. I had really good instructors who were there for me whenever I needed help.”

• Q. How did you schedule your study time to work around your home life?
• “I scheduled my study time by taking 2 hours a day which was always in the evening to do my studying.”

• Q. Once you found the time to study, how difficult was the actual material?
• “I didn't find the material hard at all. There were a few times I had a little bit of difficulty but I called my instructor and they helped me through it.”
• Q. Do you feel your program had the most up-to-date materials?
• “Yes I do feel that my program had the most up to date materials. i have a friend who took the same course through George Brown College and she told me what took her 2-3 years to learn I was able to learn in one year.”

• Q. Who contributed the most support towards your completion of the program?
• “I would say Ii contributed the most support towards my completion of my program. I was determined to graduate so I could better provided for my daughter.”

After Graduation

• Q. Are you employed?
• “I am currently not working, I am home with my children. I am expecting again so after I have the baby I will be applying to the science health center which is the hospital here in Newfoundland.”

On a Personal Note

• Q. Would you feel comfortable recommending CD-ED to a friend or co-worker?
• “Yes, I would feel comfortable recommending CD-ED to friends and coworkers. I have recommended CD-ED to a few friends.”

• Q. Do you have any advice for students taking a program with CD-ED?
• “While you are taking your program, if you are able, try to either work or volunteer in the program you are studying so you can have hands on experience. A lot of employers are looking for 3-5 years experience so if you graduate but have no experience it's harder to get a job in your field.”

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