N.J. Libraries to Offer High School, Career Credentials

New Jersey residents will get an opportunity to earn a high school diploma and other credentials through six public libraries, thanks to a partnership with Thomas Edison State College and Gale, the publisher owned by Cengage. The initiative, known as Career Online High School, promises scholarships for qualified applicants, who will be paired with academic coaches. Students will be able to choose between eight programs in "high-growth, high-demand career fields," which include child care and education.