Earn Your High School Diploma Online For Free Through Pathways Academy

Many people dream of starting a career in healthcare but feel stuck because they don’t have a diploma. At CALRegional, we meet students every day who are excited to begin training, only to learn that enrollment requires a diploma, GED, or equivalent. For these students, being able to earn a high school diploma online for free in California opens the door to new opportunities.

To help, CALRegional partners with Pathways Academy in Menifee, CA. This program makes it possible to earn a diploma entirely online, at no cost, and with the support needed to take that first step toward a brighter future.

Key Takeaways

• Most healthcare training programs in California require a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• CALRegional partners with Pathways Academy so aspiring students can earn a high school diploma online for free in California.
• Pathways’ flexible, online program is open to students ages 16+ across California.
• Once you earn your diploma, you can enroll in CALRegional-administered healthcare training for a career in phlebotomy, medical assisting, and more. 

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Why a High School Diploma Matters for Your Future

A diploma isn’t just a piece of paper. It’s the key that unlocks opportunities. With a high school diploma, you can:

• Enroll in CALRegional-administered allied health programs, including phlebotomy, medical assisting, billing and coding, and more. 
• Qualify for jobs in healthcare, hospitality, IT, manufacturing, and many other fields.
• Increase your earning potential and long-term career stability.

How Pathways Academy Helps You Earn a High School Diploma Online for Free

Pathways Academy offers a personalized online learning program that makes earning your high school diploma flexible and achievable, no matter where you live in California.

Here’s what makes Pathways different: 

• Free to eligible students: If you’re under 19 and live in California, you’re automatically eligible. Students ages 19–24 can qualify by registering with a WIOA site near them, and Pathways will guide you through that process.
• Online and flexible: Coursework can be completed online 24/7, so you can learn at your own pace.
• Supportive teachers: Credentialed instructors are available Monday–Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. by call, text, email, or video chat.
• Fewer credits required: Pathways requires just 130 credits to graduate, compared to the 210+ credits at many other schools.
• Quick start: Apply today, and you can begin within a week.

How This Connects to CALRegional Programs

Once you’ve earned your diploma with Pathways Academy, you’ll be eligible to enroll in CALRegional-administered healthcare programs across California. These programs are designed to get you job-ready in weeks, not years, with hands-on training that leads directly to in-demand careers like:

• Phlebotomy Technician
• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Patient Care Technician
• Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
• EKG Technician
• Emergency Medical Technician

With your diploma in hand, you’ll not only meet the enrollment requirements, but you’ll also be better prepared to succeed in your training and future career.

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FAQs

Start Your Healthcare Career with a Free Online High School Diploma

If you don’t have a high school diploma, don’t let that hold you back from your dreams. Thanks to Pathways Academy’s free online high school diploma program in California, you can take control of your future right now.

• Visit PathwaysCharterSchool.org
• Call (619) 371-5017
• Or email admissions@pathwayscharterschool.org

Once you’ve earned your diploma, CALRegional will be here to help you enroll in a healthcare program that puts you on the fast track to a rewarding career.

Start today. Your healthcare career begins with a diploma.

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