Distance education includes courses that are conducted by DVD (telecourses), given over the Internet using computers (on-line courses), or conducted via the college's private network using specially equipped classrooms (distance learning classroom courses). In the case of video and Internet courses, students are required to attend few or, perhaps, no classes in person. Distance learning classroom courses require students to attend scheduled classes on the campus nearest to them.

Video and Internet courses are attractive options for individuals who are self-motivated and can work independently in a less structured learning environment. Distance education courses are fully credited college classes. There is no difference in WHAT you are expected to learn. It is the WAY you learn that is different. With distance education courses, you study independently.