New Horizons Expands Pilot with National American University

In June of this year, New Horizons began offering its students in the Colorado market an opportunity to attend National American University and participate in a program focused on providing students with both a college degree and technology training and certifications. The program was developed jointly by both institutions in response to a large and growing demand by students for the best of both a traditional education and highly relevant job skills training.

Mark A. Miller, President and Chief Executive Officer of New Horizons, stated, "We have been very pleased with results of the initial New Horizons, National American University pilot program conducted in our Colorado market. In only the first few months of the pilot, New Horizons has already referred several students to National American University that have successfully enrolled."

Mr. Miller went on, "The knowledge economy and technology change have been driving employment markets around the world for many years and there is every indication that this will continue for many years to come. We are pleased to be working with a high quality institution such as National American University to offer the adult learner the career skills and credentials they need to succeed in today's economic environment. We are expanding the program to a second market and look forward to further expanding it to our network throughout the United States and around the world in the months and years to come."

Ronald L. Shape, Ed., President, Chief Executive Officer of National American University commented, "National American University has long sought to offer the best in educational possibilities to its students. The program developed in conjunction with New Horizons provides a unique value to individuals seeking to enter the technology field or to enhance their current technology careers."

Dr. Shape continued, "We are excited that the initial pilot was so well received by prospective students and we look forward to continued success as we expand the program to Indianapolis today and then to many other markets in the New Horizons network in the future."

About New Horizons Computer Learning Centers

With approximately 300 centers in 60 countries, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania based New Horizons Worldwide, Inc. (Pink Sheets: NEWH | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is the world's largest independent IT training company. Through an integrated learning approach that ensures that new knowledge can be applied to real life situations, New Horizons delivers a full range of technology and business skills training from basic application and desktop productivity tools to complex and integrated business systems. New Horizons continues to expand its offerings, locations, and solutions to meet the growing demands placed on organizations and their employees. For more information, or to find a local New Horizons Computer Learning Center, visit www.newhorizons.com.

About National American University

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, National American University has been providing quality career education since 1941. National American University opened the first campus in Rapid City, S.D., and the university has grown to 16 locations throughout the central United States. In 1996, National American University started developing online courses through its distance learning virtual campus, and today offers students the flexibility and convenience to take classes when it fits their busy lifestyle. Undergraduate program offerings vary from diploma, associate and bachelor's degrees in areas ranging from accounting, allied health, athletic training, business, criminal justice, healthcare management, information technology, legal studies, organizational leadership, veterinary technology and nursing. The university added graduate studies programs in 2000 and offers Master of Management and Master of Business Administration degrees.

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