DEERFIELD BEACH, FL July 24, 2004 -- New Line Media Solutions is pleased to announce that the upcoming segment of its innovative, educational television series, Pulse On America, will feature Thomson Education Direct, one of the world's largest and oldest distance learning institutions. The new segment will air nationally on CNBC and Bravo, and locally on cable networks.
With a current enrollment of 200,000 students, Thomson Education Direct, which was founded in 1890, offers at-home โ€" online and in print -- professional training and associate degree programs that offer a fast and convenient way for adults to gain skills for their careers. The institution provides programs, services, and resources in the fields of healthcare, technology, business, and the trades as well as a nationally and regionally accredited high school diploma program.
Education Direct's mission is to empower adult learners to advance or change their careers or learn new skills. The institution fulfills this mission by providing breadth and depth of courseware, the necessary technology, and an array of support services. Programs not only teach marketable skills, but present liberal arts offerings and develop critical thinking, writing, and mathematical abilities.
Without regard to race, religion, gender, age, color, national origin, or physical disability, students can conveniently enroll in and engage in their study from their own home as their schedule allows. Class is in session whenever one is ready to learn. Additionally, all enrolled Education Direct students can access resource material on the Internet, from checking grades and taking exams to downloading research and participating in interactive programs.
Never before has it been easier or made more sense for adults looking to improve the quality of their lives to turn to Thomson Education Direct, which is helping those adults fulfill their potential.
For more information, visit Thomson Education Direct at www.educationdirect.com.