This digest summarizes the ERIC report concerning proprietary school education. Many proprietary schools offer no degrees and many of their courses are less than one year. They are profit oriented and market driven with decision making centralized in the ownership. The curricula are job-skills oriented and comprise programs in office, technology (auto mechanics and computers), and personal service. About 60% of proprietary school students receive a certificate or degree, compared to about 40% from a community college. Proprietary school graduates' earnings are similar to those of community college vocational program graduates, however, they are likely to report more periods of unemployment. Enforcement of state licensing and accreditation policies to ensure educational quality, protect the state's financial interests in proprietary schools, and constrain unfair business practices are recommended. Four references. (GLR)