Dual Credit

Explore, Engage, Experience 

Dual credit provides high school students with the opportunity to explore post-secondary education and career pathways while earning credits at both the high school and post-secondary institution levels. Dual credit studies are designed primarily for grade 11 and 12 students. Golden Hills School Division pays post-secondary tuition fees and has partnerships with a variety of post-secondary institutions. Those who are interested in exploring dual credit opportunities should contact their high school career counsellor or principal.

Dual credit opportunities help students to:

• experience post-secondary education while still in high school.
• learn and practice skills such as organization, time management and communication that are relevant beyond high school.
• transition to post-secondary studies or move into the world of work.
• affordably complete post-secondary courses supporting the career pathway of their choice.

Students must be able to successfully accommodate dual credit courses into their current school and extra-curricular schedules.

Who is a great fit for dual credit?

Students who:

• are interested in the dual credit course and would like to explore the potential career pathway.
• have support at the school and family level.
• are able to manage their time independently and are motivated.
• are currently experiencing success in the courses that they are registered in at their high school.