High School Faculty

In addition to our on-site administrative faculty, our high school programs are supported by a distinguished team of certified teachers (online courses only) and dedicated academic tutors (correspondence courses only). We promise to provide you with the close, careful guidance and personal instruction you need to maximize your understanding of each lesson and smooth your course progress.

• F. Milton Miller, Ed.D. – Vice President, Education
  Dr. Miller earned his Ed.D. in vocational/technical education and his M.S. in administration and supervision, both from the University of Missouri. He has been a tenured college professor, and has vast experience managing curriculum development, faculty, policy implementation and planning for educational institutions. In directing the activities of Ashworth College, Dr. Miller researches and develops new courses and ensures that the highest quality of instruction is received by each and every student. Dr. Miller manages the accreditation of our courses with the Distance Education and Training Council, the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. He also serves as the Dean of Degree Programs and the Principal of High School.
  
  
• John Riser – Director of Career Programs and High School
  John has a Master's Degree in Production and Operations from Georgia State University and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Management from Clemson University. John was awarded the Carl A. Bramlette Jr. Scholastic Achievement Award for outstanding Academic Achievement in 2006. He manages the administration and development of all high school and career programs.
  
  
• Nicole Burris – High School Program Manager
  Nicole has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from New College of Florida. She has completed graduate level work in Child Development & Family Studies at Purdue University, and is currently working on her Master's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Capella University. She oversees the curriculum development process and manages print/online course content for the high school and career programs.
  
  
• Eric Ryall – Registrar
  Eric earned a B.A. from West Georgia University in 2004 and has been with Ashworth since then. He looks forward to continuing helping students get the courses they need in order to further their career goals.
  
  
• Paula Huys – Grading Manager
  Paula has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Indiana University. She oversees process of hand graded exams and manages our team of graders and subject matter experts.
  
  
• Tutorial Team
  Our team of knowledgeable tutors posses specialized subject matter expertise and is always ready to assist students. Academic and study-related questions are answered promptly and personally. Email us or call for close, careful guidance. We'll help you make fast progress through your studies.