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Holy Spirit School Division has teamed up with Lethbridge College and Olds College.
Our partnerships give Holy Spirit students an opportunity to explore dual credit courses. Students can earn post secondary credit as well as high school credit upon completion of the offered courses.
If curious take the time to explore the tabs to see if this is of interest.
FAQ
What is Dual Credit?
- An opportunity for students to explore career pathways
- Students can take regular post-secondary courses while enrolled in high school
- Earn credits in both High School & Post-Secondary at the same time
- No tuition fees for students
What are the benefits to students?
- Explore post-secondary opportunities while still in high school
- Get a ‘head start’ on post secondary diploma programs
- Ease the transition from high school to post-secondary
- Save the tuition fee for courses completed during High School
What are the student’s responsibilities?
- Commit to working hard, being dependable and completing the course
- Purchase textbooks and other materials as required
- Be responsible for any transportation, if required
- Communicate regularly with your course instructor and the Dual Credit Liaison
How will the courses be offered?
- Asynchronous - work on your course any time of day, but must keep up with the class schedule and deadlines
- Synchronous - meet with your teacher and classmates online at a set time
- Blended - may be a combination of online and in-person requirements
What else is important to know?
- Students are treated as adult learners
- Learning outcomes are the same for post-secondary students as they are for high school students
- May not have the opportunity to redo quizzes, exams, and assignments
- Late assignments will not be accepted
- The mark on your post-secondary transcript is permanent
- Students will need to balance their dual credit coursework with their school work
- Some courses have prerequisites
How do students apply for Dual Credit courses?
- Students who are interested in Dual Credit should speak with the Off-Campus Team.
- The application form will be shared with the student
- Be aware of the application deadlines
For more information and course lists visit:
Forms
- Dual Credit Registration Form
- Download the PDF to complete digitally for emailing to the Off-Campus team (hsoffcampus@holyspirit.ab.ca)
- Print the PDF to complete manually for handing in to the Off-Campus team (CCH East, Room 154)