A major concern for distance learning students pursuing online degrees is the legitimacy of the degree and whether potential employers will acknowledge or value it. The longer they are around and the more in demand they become, the quality of online degree programs have improved and so have their reputation as valuable forms of education.

When dealing with potential employers, here are a few things to remember when proving that your online degree is one of value:

• Get a degree from an accredited online school
• Provide proof of accreditation
• Point out the US Department of Education’s recognition of the validity of the degree