Dual Credit

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Through the Dual Credit Program, high school students have the opportunity to attend college and earn a credit at both institutions. Students take a college or apprenticeship course that count towards a certificate, diploma or degree program.

Dual credit programs are intended to assist secondary school students in completing their OSSD and support a successful transition to college and/or apprenticeship programs. The courses are offered in a variety of interest areas and potential career paths.  Some of the courses are lab or shop based with hands-on experiences, while others provide a lecture style format in a college classroom.

Eligibility

Students may be eligible if they are:

  • At risk of not graduating from high school.
  • Enrolled in a Specialist High Skills Major.
  • Enrolled in the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program.
  • Returning to high school to get their diploma.
  • Interested in exploring career pathways, including apprenticeships.
  • Looking for help with the transition to college or an apprenticeship program.

Why Take Dual Credit

The Dual Credit Program was introduced to meet a number of important goals that are critical to student success and achievement including:

  • Introducing students to a variety of career options.
  • Getting a head start on a career in a field of interest.
  • Helping students make appropriate career choices before they enter full-time post-secondary school.
  • Assisting students in completion of their Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
  • Experiencing a college environment.
  • Easing the transition from high school to college.
  • Acquiring skills that can be used over a lifetime.

Read more about the Dual Credit Program as explained by Algonquin College.

Timeline for Dual Credits

Fall - Course run from September to December, 1 day per week, typically 3 hours 
Winter - Courses run from February to May, 1 day per week
Spring - Course run from May to June, 1 day per week

Contact Us

For more information contact your school’s Guidance Counsellor.

Resources

Read more about the Dual Credit Program, as explained by:

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