High School and College Credit

Up to three high school elective credits can be earned through the Cooperative Education Program.

In order to receive credit students must:

• complete all minimum expectations required of any Co-op placement;
• successfully completes at least 80 hours of work experience, documented through journaling with at least a 'Basic Level' rating.
  • These hours must be documented outside the normal meeting hours of your tech program;
  • One half credit is earned for 80 documented hours, one full credit is earned for 160 documented hours, etc.;
• receive at least an "Entry Level" rating on most Employability Skills Assessment categories from the employer, and no 'Unacceptable' ratings on the final review;
• ends the work-based learning experience 'appropriately'. This means giving 2 weeks notice, not being fired, etc.;
• The successful completion of a Career Portfolio.