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Elgin Community College Dual Credit Programs

COLLEGE TRANSITIONS & DEVELOPMENTAL EDUCATION

RODRIGO LOPEZ, MPA

ASSISTANT DEAN OF SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS ROLOPEZ@ELGIN.EDU

EARLY COLLEGE CREDIT

• DUAL CREDIT
• Organized program with signed agreements between the school districts and Elgin

Community College – students take college courses at ECC and earn both high school and college credit. Credit is earned while in high school.

• ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
• High school students enroll in College Board’s Advance Placement courses and earn a

qualifying score on the AP exam. Official scores must be sent to the college. Credit is awarded after matriculation to college.

• DUAL ENROLLMENT
• Qualified, individual high school students take college courses on their own – for college

credit only (high school credit may or may not be awarded). Credit is earned while in high school.

ADVANTAGES OF DUAL CREDIT

• Upon successful completion, earn both college credit and high school credit
• Students learn the rigors of college work early. They are able to adjust study

habits to college work before they have to deal with the total college experience

• Saves students and parents money
• Students can complete entry-level general education, elective, or career and

technical courses

• Significantly lower costs than they would experience at four-year public or

private institution of higher education

DUAL CREDIT: PART-TIME OPTIONS

CAREER TECHINICAL EDUCATION

Part-time Dual Credit program on ECC’s

• campus. Students are enrolled in a Career-

Technical Education programs (i.e. Basic Nursing Assistant, Criminal Justice, etc.) and complete 2-3 courses each semester. Students earn a total of 15 credits and earn certifications (if applicable).

• Career-Technical Pathways
• Basic Vocational Specialist (BVS) Certificates
• BVS in Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program
• BVS in EMS
• Industry Credentials
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• EMT Basic Certification

GENERAL EDUCATION

Part-time Dual Credit program on ECC’s

• campus. Students are enrolled in 1-2 general

education courses each semester. Students can earn a total of 12 transferable credits. Classes are taught on ECC’s campus during the week in the afternoon. Students can complete college-level courses in psychology, sociology, humanities, calculus, English, foreign language, etc.

• General Education Core Curriculum
• Major Electives
• Transfer Degree Requirements

BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT & CLINICAL LAB TECH PROGRAM

DUAL CREDIT: PART-TIME OPTIONS

9340 - Basic Nurse Assistant & Clinical Lab Technology Year 1 Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program NUR 105 (9341) 7 Credits Phlebotomy CLT 101 (9338) 3 Credits Clinical Lab Assistant Skills I CLT 105 (9339) 2 Credits Clinical Lab Assistant Skills II CLT 106 (9344) 3 Credits Certificate: BVS in Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program Industry Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant Summer Clinical Lab Technology Practicum I CLT 120 1.5 Credits Certificate: BVS in Phlebotomy Industry Certification: Phlebotomy ASCP Year 2 Principles of Biology BIO 110 (9336) 4 Credits Introduction to Psychology PSY 100 (9517) 3 Credits Human Anatomy & Physiology I BIO 245 (9346) 5 Credits

GENERAL EDUCATION

DUAL CREDIT: PART-TIME OPTIONS

Course Title Course ID ECC Credits American Government # POS 150 3 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II

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MTH 210 5 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III

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MTH 230 5 English Composition 1

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ENG 101 3 English Composition 2

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ENG 102 3 Ethics # HUM 216 3 General Education Statistics # MTH 102 3 Introduction to Psychology

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PSY 100 3 Introduction to Sociology

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SOC 100 3 Introduction to Western Humanities

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HUM 101 3 Japanese I (Blended Format)

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JPN 101 3 Japanese II (Blended Format)

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JPN 102 4 Principles of Biology

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BIO 110 4 Principles of Microeconomics # ECN 201 3

(#) General Education Requirement – These courses fulfill a general education core requirement. As part of students’ baccalaureate education, a series of courses in varying disciplines are required prior/during the completion of specified (i.e. Major/Minor) courses that are selected for the program of study that is being completed. These courses have a high transferability rate and are typically completed within the first couple of years in college. (=) Elective – These courses help a student towards the successful completion of their required elective hours. Each program/institution sets a minimum of courses that students must complete separate from general education and major/minor specific courses. Often, these courses serve to fulfill a prerequisite in a math or science sequence. (+) Prerequisite – These courses are required in order to continue in the specified sequence (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and/or Physics). Students must earn at least a “C”. The courses will also satisfy either a general education core requirement or be credited as electives.

DUAL CREDIT: FULL-TIME OPTION

• Students are enrolled in 4-5 general education courses each semester
• Students can earn a total of 30+ transferable credits each year
• Students are fully integrated into the college atmosphere
• Students are provided with the guidance and academic advising
• Courses are aligned to an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or CTE degrees
• All high school graduation requirements will be completed*
• Students will be able to continue their participation in high school activities and clubs*
• Students will be welcomed to joined clubs & organizations at ECC

*High school district might have additional policies/requirements

SENIOR PATHWAY - GENERAL EDUCATION

DUAL CREDIT: FULL-TIME OPTION

• Students are enrolled in both Fire Science and Safety and General Education courses
• Students will complete the Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science and Safety degree
• Students are fully integrated into the college atmosphere
• Students are provided with the guidance and academic advising
• All high school graduation requirements will be completed*
• Weekly Progress Meetings at high schools
• Students will be able to continue their participation in high school activities and clubs*
• Students will be welcomed to joined clubs & organizations at ECC

*High school district might have additional policies/requirements JUNIOR PATHWAY – FIRE SCIENCE AND SAFETY

DUAL CREDIT: FULL-TIME OPTION

Things to Consider

• Students involved in extra-curricular high school activities, will need to ensure they can commit to

an 8 a.m.-3:15 p.m. school day

• ECC’s academic calendar is different from high school calendar.
• The grades will result in a permanent college transcript
• Students must follow all college policies and procedures (i.e. Code of Conduct)
• Students are required to work closely with their high school counselor and ECC staff
• Students will complete a rigorous college curriculum
• Academic Plans will be unique to student’s intended major and institution
• 1 Year Program – Courses are preselected by ECC and HS Districts

“HOW DO I ENROLL?”

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

• Meet and discuss the dual credit program/s with your guidance counselor
• Complete online application
• Submit high school transcripts
• Meet all minimum competencies and prerequisites (English, reading, and math)
• Dual Credit Office will provide the high school with a roster of eligible students.
• High schools will meet with students and confirm admission

TIMELINE AND DEADLINES

Next Steps from ECC

Admission Decision

• Elgin Community College will send a “Acknowledgement Letter” to indicate the application has been processed
• Upon confirming testing and other requirements, guidance counselor will communicate the admission decision

directly to students Dual Credit Welcome Night and Student Orientation

• After students have been accepted to their program, they will receive an official invitation to attend a

mandatory Welcome Night event and Student Orientation. Parents highly encouraged to attend “Welcome Night. ECC Student Portal & Email

• This will be the primary channel of communication. Schedules will be available through the student portal prior

to the start of the semester. Set-up instructions will provided at orientation. Bookstore & Support Services

• Information about textbooks and campus support services will be available during the Welcome Night and

Student Orientation

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who do I meet with at the high school?
• Does the high school have additional requirements?
• What if the student is enrolled in an Advanced Placement course?
• What costs will the student be responsible for paying?
• Who can we talk to if we have follow up questions?
• How will admission, testing, and scheduling decisions be communicated?
• What will the semester schedule be like?
• Will students be allowed to participate in athletics/activities at the high school?
• When is the deadline to change course selections?
• Midterm and Final grades – How will the school be notified?
• How do I find out which programs are offered through my high school?