POST-SECONDARY DUAL CREDIT COURSES
Post-secondary dual credit courses are for students who want to earn both high school credits and credits that count towards a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree. Dual credit courses allow students to build on or discover their career passions and interests.
Why dual credit?
Dual credit students:
- complete five 30-level CTS credits and three post-secondary credits
- get a start on their post-secondary education while in high school
- seamlessly transition to post-secondary studies or into the world of work
Course list
For 2024–25, dual credit courses are being offered throughout the year. More information about dual credit can be found on Alberta Education’s website.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR DUAL CREDIT
- Registration is available through the Metro Continuing Education website. There is a $60 registration fee—there are no other dual credit costs for students.
- A free virtual information session was held on Thursday, October 3. Access the livestream recording.
- Students should speak with their families, teachers or school counsellors about their dual credit options and decide what is right for them.
- Students should consider the commitment and workload required for a post-secondary level course, including how it will fit into both personal and academic schedules.
- Students will need to complete the necessary prerequisites.
Course descriptions
Advanced Welding Technology – Workplace Safety & Apprenticeship System (WELD 1000)
School: Mix of online and in-person, hosted by M.E. LaZerte School
Post-secondary institution: Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Required prerequisites: current high school enrolment
Description: Knowledge of safety skills and practices is essential for ensuring a safe workplace environment. Students will learn practical applications of safety concepts, techniques and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Students will also acquire information literacy strategies and written communication skills, as well as how the apprenticeship system operates.
Note: Students complete three CTS credits and three NAIT credits in this course.
Interested in this course? Registration is available through the Metro Continuing Education website.
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Introduction to Early Learning and Childcare (ELCC 1002)
School: Jasper Place or Eastglen School
Post-secondary institution: NorQuest College
Required prerequisites: completion of or enrolled concurrently in English 10AP, 20-1 or 20-2
Description: This course focuses on understanding the goals and essential components for the development of successful early childhood programs. Through the study of the role of early childhood professionals, students will gain insight into their own philosophy of early childhood education.
Interested in this course? Registration is available through the Metro Continuing Education website.
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Introduction to Psychology (PSYCH 1040)
School: M.E. LaZerte or Harry Ainlay School
Post-secondary institution: NorQuest College
Required prerequisites: completion of English 20-1 with 60% or English 20-2 with 70%, and completion of Biology 20 or Science 20
Description: This course is the basic foundation course in psychology. It provides an introduction to the scientific study of behaviour and the mind. This course examines the evolution of psychology, research methods, descriptive statistics, the brain and behaviour, human lifespan development, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, and memory.
Interested in this course? Registration is available through the Metro Continuing Education website.
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Introduction to Sustainable Business (BUSN 201)
School: Queen Elizabeth School
Post-secondary institution: MacEwan University
Recommended prerequisites: completion of English 20-1 with 60% or English 20-2 with 70%
Description: This is an interdisciplinary cornerstone course, based on the premise that responsible leadership and effective management requires an understanding of business and its substantive disciplines, how a sustainable business is run, and how emerging issues in business can be addressed from a sustainability perspective.
Interested in this course? Registration is available through the Metro Continuing Education website.
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Architectural Design Studio – Foundations of Design I (ADST 200)
School: W.P. Wagner School, as part of STEM Alternative Program
Post-secondary institution: Athabasca University
Recommended prerequisites: completion of English 20-1 with 60% or English 20-2 with 70%
Description: Architectural Design Studio – Foundations of Design I is the first of 10 studio courses that will prepare you for work in an architect’s office. This course explores the creative design process through a series of composition, abstraction and design projects. The aim of ADST 200 is to familiarize you with the creative application of sound analytical skills, imaginative conceptual thinking and form-making abilities. You will be introduced to a design process based on original thinking, in which you will synthesize collected information and draw conclusions based on established premises. The course will also demonstrate how to generate a number of design alternatives, and evaluate and select the most appropriate one.
Interested in this course? Registration is available to students enrolled in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Alternative Program.
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Introduction to Sustainable Business (BUSN 201)
School: McNally School, as part of the Business and Innovation Alternative Program
Post-secondary institution: MacEwan University
Recommended prerequisites: completion of English 20-1 with 60% or English 20-2 with 70%
Description: This is an interdisciplinary cornerstone course, based on the premise that responsible leadership and effective management requires an understanding of business and its substantive disciplines, how a sustainable business is run, and how emerging issues in business can be addressed from a sustainability perspective.
Interested in this course? Registration is available to students enrolled in the Business and Innovation Alternative Program.
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Introduction to Psychology (PSYCH 1040)
School: Centre High Campus
Post-secondary institution: NorQuest College
Required prerequisites: completion of English 20-1 with 60% or English 20-2 with 70%, and completion of Biology 20 or Science 20
Description: This course is the basic foundation course in psychology. It provides an introduction to the scientific study of behaviour and the mind. This course examines the evolution of psychology, research methods, descriptive statistics, the brain and behaviour, human lifespan development, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, and memory.
Interested in this course? Registration is available to current Centre High Campus students.
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Introduction to Financial Accounting (ACCT 1115)
School: Centre High Campus
Post-secondary institution: Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Required prerequisites: current high school enrolment
Description: Financial statements are an essential tool for business decision making. In this course, financial statement users’ needs and decisions will be examined, and the principles of the accounting cycle will be explored. Specific elements of financial statements will be examined, and the related accounting principles will be discussed. Financial statement analysis and internal control evaluation will supplement and support the exploration of financial reporting.
Interested in this course? Registration is available to current Centre High Campus students.
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Health Education: Individual Health and Wellness (HEED 1000)
School: McNally School, as part of Campus EPSB Community Care
Post-secondary institution: NorQuest College
Required prerequisites: English 10-1 or English 10-2
Description: Gain an overview of the physical, social, psychological, environmental and spiritual aspects of personal health and wellness within the context of the community, the Canadian healthcare system and the global environment. Lifestyle choices are introduced as physical and social determinants affecting personal health and the health of others. Learn how to take responsibility for your own health and to advocate for the health of others.
Interested in this course? Registration is available to all students through Campus EPSB.
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