Earn Your High School Diploma For Free!
The Carpinteria Community Library now offers Career Online High School (COHS), an accredited, flexible online program that helps adults earn a high school diploma and career certificate at no cost for qualified participants.
A Second Chance to Achieve Your Goals
If you’ve always wanted to finish high school or advance your career, this program is designed for you. Study on your own schedule, receive personalized support from academic coaches, and graduate with both a diploma and career-ready skills.
Accredited. Flexible. Free for qualified Carpinteria residents.
Eligibility Requirements
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Must be 19 years or older
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Must have a Carpinteria Community Library card
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Must complete a brief online self-assessment and interview
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Full scholarships available for qualified learners
How the Program Works
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Take a short online assessment.
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Complete a prerequisite course to see if the program is a good fit.
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Once accepted, enroll for free through our library’s scholarship program.
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Study online at your own pace with guidance from your academic coach.
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Earn your high school diploma and career certificate in areas like:
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Child Care and Education
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Office Management
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Hospitality and Leisure
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Retail Customer Service
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General Career Preparation
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Why This Program Matters
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Nationally accredited and recognized by employers and colleges
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100% online and self-paced
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One-on-one support from real educators
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Backed by the California State Library
Ready to Begin?
Start your journey today. Complete the COHS interest form or reach out for help with your application.
Have more questions? Get in touch:
Carpinteria Community Library
Email: stefaniec@carpinteriaca.gov
Phone: 805-684-4314
Career Online High School is brought to you by Carpinteria Community Library in partnership with the California State Library and Smart Horizons Career Online Education. This program is supported in part by funding from the California State Library.