<prompt> Human: Condensed version : I have been in business, running my own small company for a little over 10 years now. In order to achieve my next growth target, I need to obtain a state issued license that requires either 90 quarter-credit hours or a degree equivalent. Running the business and spending time with my family accounts for most of my day, so budgeting more time for this kind of education isnt something I look forward to. I have talked to admissions at the only local college, and they quoted me 400 per quarter credit hour So, nearly 40k just to meet the states minimum requirements so I can apply for the license. I have read about community colleges being much cheaper, however they would require 1.5-2 hours of driving per day to go to. So, Im kind of left with online colleges. I know SOME will issue credit hours based on life experience, however I havent found too many that go into detail about how many hours I might be eligible for. CLEP type of courses also might be a option. When I talked to the state boards attorneylegal person, they said that the hours just need to be from an accredited college, and they gave me no other requirements. So, im trying to find out what the best option would be in terms of timecost while meeting my states legal parameters.  <response>: Check to see what classes your Community College offers online. I finished most of my Associates Degree through online or Distance Learning classes at a local center associated with the community college when I was in high school and only had a few courses I had to go to the college campus for. This may not be perfect for you, but it will definitely make it easier if you dont have other options. 