Dual Credit Programs

What is Dual Credit Programming?
Dual Credit programming allows Grade 11, 12, and sometimes even Grade 10 students to earn both high school credits and credits that count towards a post-secondary certificate, diploma, or degree, including a journeyman certificate.

Dual Credit helps students to:
• get a start on their post-secondary education while still in high school.
• complete high school while engaging in meaningful curriculum.
• transition to post-secondary studies or move into the world of work.
• potentially complete post-secondary with less financial debt.

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GPCSD has partnerships with the following post-secondary institutions and programs.

Is Dual Credit Programming Right for me?
Students and parents need to consider if Dual Credit programming is the right fit. Post-secondary courses have increased expectations and timelines that students will need to manage alongside their regular high school programming.

Many of the courses incorporate online programming. Students are responsible for attending virtual or on-site sessions and meeting post-secondary timelines and expectations. In some cases, programs have pre-requisite or co-requisite courses students must have completed or be simultaneously enrolled in to be accepted into a dual-credit program; it is important to ensure you have the qualifications necessary to enroll. In addition, completing post-secondary courses/programs through Dual Credit may affect first-year post-secondary awards, bursaries, scholarships, athletic standing, and the limited transferability of some post-secondary programs. Therefore, it is highly encouraged that students always consult with their high school counselor and post-secondary institution advisor as they make decisions about their high school and post-secondary programming.

How does my child become involved?
Dual Credit Applications - Please be aware that applications for Dual Credit Courses are being sent to post-secondary institutions and so we must follow the application deadlines they set out.

What does this mean? Applications for Dual Credit programs vary according to the entrance dates set for dual-credit programs by the partnering post-secondary institution. Inquire directly to Career Academy Advisor Mr. MacPherson for start-dates and application deadlines.

To register for a Dual-Credit course or to find out more about the Dual-Credit program, our Career Academy Advisor is ready and eager to help. Simply e-mail Career Academy Advisor Mr. David MacPherson at [email protected] to continue your journey towards becoming a Dual-Credit student.

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Office Hours
St John Paul II | Tuesday, Thursday and Alternating Fridays
St. Joseph | Monday, Wednesdays and Alternating Fridays

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Program Costs
Grande Prairie Catholic School Division supports students, in partnership with post-secondary institutions, in the enrolment and completion of their post-secondary courses.

Tuition: Successful applicants have their tuition paid for by our Career Academy!
Books & Materials: Some programs have sponsorship for books and materials, while others are the responsibility of the student.
Fees: Students are responsible for post-secondary learning resource fees (LRF**) and a *$300 GPCSD Caution Fee.
*Reimbursement of Caution Fee: Upon successful completion of the course/program, the $300 GPCSD Caution Fee is reimbursed.

**LRF fees subject to change based on post-secondary rates.
See GPCSD Administrative Procedure 204 - Dual Credit for more information.

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Career Academy Post-Secondary Partnerships

Dual Credit Courses | Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP)

Students interested in Dual Credit at NWP must make an appointment in Student Services at your High School with the School’s Academic Counselor or with our Career Academy advisor.

In preparation, you can download your application package by CLICKING HERE

*GPCSD’s Career Academy supports the following NWP courses:

Trades

Tools for career success in Automotive, Building, Industry, Maintenance and More...

Courses	Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite	Program
TD1010 Introduction to the Trades	None	Electrician, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Parts Technician, Instrumentation & Control Technician, Welder, and Power Engineer

Education

Rewarding employment as Teachers, School Leaders and more.

Courses	Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite	Program
EP3020 Learning and Development in Childhood	English 30-1 (in progress or complete)	Bachelor of Elementary Education, University Transfer elective

Early Learning and Child Care

Meaningful career as an Early Childhood Educator, Childcare Center Director, Family Support Worker, Educational Assistant, and more …

CD1050 Art, Music and Story*	English 20-1 or 20-2	Early Learning and Childcare Certificate and Diploma
CD1000 Child Development I	English 20-1, 30-1, or 30-2 (in progress or complete)
CD1020 Health, Nutrition and Safety	English 20-1, 30-1, or 30-2 (in progress or complete)
HS2100 Supporting Inclusion in Early Learning Environments	English 20-1, 30-1, or 30-2 (in progress or complete)	Early Learning and Childcare Diploma

Health Care Aide

Recognized qualification for employment in Acute and Clinical, Long-Term, Continuing, and other Specialized care environments.

Courses	Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite	Program
HC1010 HCA Role & Responsibility	English 10-2 with a grade of 60% or higher, complete	Health Care Aide Certification
HC1020 Human Body
HC1030 Communications in Health Care
HC1040 Person-Centered Care
HC1050 Clinical Placement I	English 10-2 with a grade of 60% or higher, complete, in addition to HC1010, HC1020, HC1030, HC1040
HC1060 Meeting Complex Care Needs	HC1010, HC1020, HC1030, HC1040
HC1070 Special Activities for Clients with Various Health Conditions	HC1060
HC1080 Clinical Placement II	HC1060
HC1090 Consolidated Clinical Placement	HC1060

Health

Impactful future as a Heath Care Aide, Emergency Medical Responder, Primary Care Paramedic, and more …

PE2420 Introduction to Nutrition for Exercise and Performance	None	Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Health Sciences,* Kinesiology Diploma/UT Transfer, Practical Nurse Diploma
EM1600 Personal Health & Wellness		Emergency Medical Responder, Primary Care Paramedic
EM2500 Professional Paramedics		Emergency Medical Responder, Primary Care Paramedic

Business

Career Pathways for future Accountants, Financial Analysists, Marketing Specialists, Management Professionals and more.

Courses	Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite	Program
BA1090 Introduction to Marketing	English 30-1 or 30-2 ((in progress or complete by end of academic year))	Business Administration Certificate and Diploma, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Secondary Education (CTS Minor), University Transfer elective
MG2000 Principles of Business	English 20-1 or 20-2 with a grade of 80% or higher

Humanities

Helpful avenues for Social Workers, Counsellors, Policy-Makers, Researchers, and more.

Courses	Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite	Program
PY1040 Basic Psychological Processes	English 30-1 (complete or in progress)	Arts Diploma, University Transfer elective, Social Work Diploma, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Arts Psychology, Bachelor of Health Sciences*
SW1000 Introduction to Social Work*	English 30-1, (complete or in progress)
PY1050 Social and Individual Behaviour	PY1040, English 30-1
SO1000 Introductory Sociology	English 30-1 (complete or in progress) and Social 30-1 (complete or in progress)

*GPCSD’s Career Academy also supports many stand-alone NWP Dual Credit courses. For a full listing CLICK HERE and if there is a course you are interested in please see your Off Campus Coordinator Mr. MacPherson to find out if it is available to you!

Dual Credit Courses | Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
*GPCSD’s Career Academy supports the following NWP courses

Explore SAIT’s Dual Credit Courses – CLICK HERE

Post-Secondary Institute	Course Name	Post-Secondary Code	High School Credits	Post-Secondary Credits
SAIT	Anatomy and Physiology	ANPH 209	5	3
SAIT	Infection Prevention and Control	INFC 215	5	1.5
SAIT	Introduction to Medical Terminology 1	MEDT 211	5	1.5
SAIT	Introduction to Business Management	MNGT 200	5	3
SAIT	Science of Health and Wellness	SCIE 2230	5	3

Dual Credit Courses | Olds College of Agriculture & Technology (OLDS)
*GPCSD’s Career Academy supports the following OLDS courses:

Explore OLDS’s Dual Credit Courses – CLICK HERE

Post-Secondary Institute	Course Name	Post-Secondary Code	High School Credits	Post-Secondary Credits	Instructional Hours
OC	Accounting Principles 1	ACT 1011	5	3	45
OC	Introduction to Veterinary Profession	AHT 1050	5	3	45
OC	Leisure, Sporting Events & Recreation Operations	HAT 2355	5	3	TBA
OC	Producing Horticulture Crops	HRT 1021	5	TBA	TBA
OC	Marketing Principles	MKG 1021	5	3	45
OC	Introduction to Sport Management	SPM 1260	5	3	45
OC	Accounting Principles 2	ACT 1012	5	3	45 + 15
OC	Veterinary Practice: The Team Connection	AHT 1140	5	3	45
OC	Agriculture Electronics & Control Systems	ATG 1007	5	3	45
OC	Solving Technology Problems	ATG 1008	5	3	45
OC	Training for Performance	SPM 1020	5	3	45
OC	Global and Sustainable Tourism	HAT 1255	5	3	45
OC	Introduction to Management	MGT 1000	5	3	45
OC	Fundamentals of Controlled Environment Agriculture	CEA 1000	5	3	45
OC	Veterinary Medical Terminology	ANH 1510	5	3	45
OC	Introduction to GIS Technology	GIS 1300	5	3	5 + 75

Dual Credit Courses | Bow Valley College (BVC)
*GPCSD’s Career Academy supports the following BVC courses:

Explore BVC’s Dual Credit Courses – CLICK HERE

Post-Secondary Institute	Course Name	Post-Secondary Code	High School Credits	Post-Secondary Credits	Instructional Hours
BVC	Introduction to Criminal Justice	JUST 1101	5	3	45
BVC	Diversity and Criminal Justice in Canada	JUST 1102	5	3	45
BVC	Programming Fundamentals	SODV 1101	5	3	45

Dual Credit Programs: Northern Lakes College
*GPCSD’s Career Academy supports the following NLC courses:

Explore NLC’s Dual Credit Courses – CLICK HERE

Post-Secondary Institute	Course Name	Post-Secondary Code	High School Credits
NLC	Class 4 Power Engineer	19 Courses	25 Total
NLC	Business Administration	10 Courses	TBD
NLC	Computer Network Specialist	11 Courses	55 Total
NLC	Office Administration	12 Courses	28 Total
NLC	Primary Care Paramedic/Practical Nurse	8 Courses	45 Total
NLC	Addictions Counselling	9 Courses	45 Total
NLC	Educational Assistant	12 Courses	60 Total
NLC	Health Care Aide	9 Courses	36 Total
NLC	Introduction to Surveying	5 Courses	25 Total
NLC	Social Work	6 Courses	35 Total
NLC	Introduction to Cultural Anthropology	ANTH1000	5 Total

NLC Single University Transfer Courses - Additional Information Link

Course	Dual Credit Course Code and CEUs	Pre/Co Requisites
ENGL 1000: Introduction to English Language and Literature	PSI 3082 = 5CEUs	Pre: English 30-1 (60%) or English 30-2 (70%)
COMP 2100: Introduction to Education Computer Applications	PSI 3055 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 (60%) or English 30-2 (70%)
COMM 1000: Interpersonal Communication for Helping Profession	PSI 3054 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 (60%) or English 30-2 (70%)
SOCI 1000: An Introduction to Society	PSI 3137 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 or English 30-2
HEED 1010: Health Education: Personal Health and Wellness	PSI 3095 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 or English 30-2
POLS 1010: Canadian Politics: Institutions and Issues	PSI 3150 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 or English 30-2
STAT 1410: Introduction to Statistics	PSI 3065 = 5CEUs	CO: English 30-1 or English 30-2

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CAREERS HAS THE ANSWER

CAREERS WORKS WITH ALBERTA SCHOOLS TO CONNECT STUDENTS TO EMPLOYERS FOR PAID INTERNSHIPS and apprenticeships.

High school students learn and earn as they test drive different careers through paid internships, helping them find out what kind of work appeals to them.

Employers are able to promote opportunities in their industries. And our corporate partners and donors not only support Alberta’s youth, but they are also instrumental in building a stronger, more resilient economy.

WITH CAREERS, EVERYONE WINS.