Kaplan University
Kaplan University is the online university for Hesser College. Hesser College was founded in 1900 in Manchester, New Hampshire as Hesser Business College. It is a for-profit college owned by Kaplan, Inc. Hesser is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, with locations throughout southern New Hampshire in Concord, Manchester, Nashua, Portsmouth and Salem.
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Kaplan’s online program allows students to take classes anywhere at any time. Not only are lessons online but there are web field trips as well as communication with other online students and faculty. Communications are delivered via e-mail and message boards. Student knowledge is tested through online quizzes and participating in interactive classrooms and seminars. Some programs at Kaplan offer externships and other opportunities to gain real-world experiences.
Students can also remotely access library resources through Salmon Library, a university library that offers remote users access to books, periodicals, microform collections, online databases, specialized reference tools and access to U.S. government publications.
Kaplan University offers several degrees including an Advance Start Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in applied behavioral analysis, child development and substance abuse. The online Master’s of Science in Psychology has specializations in addictions, applied behavioral analysis and general psychology.
Kaplan University online courses are taught by leading educators and practicing business professionals from around the world. Since Kaplan University isn’t limited by geographical boundaries, they’re able to bring the very best educators to students.
Students wanting to enroll in Kaplan University must have the following technology available: the ability to correspond via e-mail, be able to access, create and save documents in Microsoft® Office® formats, browse the web, be able to download and install plug-ins, and configure and run applications including antivirus applications to ensure the security of the student system. More specific requirements can be found on their website.
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