Carlsbad City Library, in partnership with the California State Library and Smart Horizons, offers adults the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certificate online through Career Online High School.

The library's program provides a limited number of scholarships to qualified adult learners who are looking to expand their career opportunities, prepare for workforce entry and continue their education.

Career Online High School through the Carlsbad City Library is open to residents of Carlsbad and neighboring communities. Applicants who successfully complete an online self-assessment and prerequisite course, followed by an in-person interview, will be considered for enrollment.

Once enrolled in the program, Career Online High School pairs each student with an online academic coach, who provides the student with an individual career path, offers ongoing guidance, evaluates performance and connects the student with the resources needed to master the courses. Students will be given up to 18 months to complete the program.

Learn More

Email COHS@carlsbadca.gov and our enrollment team will contact you, or visit the Career Online High School website for more information. Read the frequently asked questions.