Dual Credit Program

***New Technology Exploration (TekX) Application Package***

What is Dual Credit?

Dual Credit courses and programs are a collaboration between the College of New Caledonia (CNC), the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), and School District 57.

Dual Credit is an opportunity for high school students to begin post-secondary programs and courses at UNBC and CNC. This option is available for grade 11 and 12 students in satisfactory academic standing.

Each Dual Credit course completed earns four Grade 12 elective credits toward high school graduation as well as first-year post-secondary credits. Courses are tuition-free, and Student Fees are waived. Students are responsible for textbooks and any additional course costs. Courses may be offered in person and/or online. Students interested in science-based courses such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math may be required to complete the Grade 11 and/or 12 prerequisites.

Dual Credit opportunities include:

A variety of first-year university and college courses – See your Counsellor or UNBC and CNC Dual Credit websites for course lists and descriptions.
TekX Certificate in Technology Exploration – Current and advancing topics in technology.
CTC – Year 1 of Technical Trades Training.
Early Childhood Care and Learning Certificate
Health Care Assistant Certificate
Natural Resources and Forest Technology

Why take Dual Credit?

Tuition and student fees are free!
Earn credits for high school and post-secondary at the same time.
Start post-secondary with a lighter course load.
Build confidence in the future after graduation.
Transfer credits to CNC and UNBC programs, or to other colleges and universities.

Who can take Dual Credit?

Dual Credit students must:

Be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or Refugee.
Be in satisfactory academic standing in high school.
Be in Grade 11 or 12.
Have permission from school and a parent/guardian to apply for Dual Credit.
Be able to pay for textbooks and any course fees that may be charged.

How Do I Apply for Dual Credit?

The application package and course list link are on the district and school website. Information and applications are also available on the CNC and UNBC Dual Credit websites.
Select the Dual Credit option during the 2026-2027 Course Selection process.
See your counsellor to complete the application and review your Grad Plan.
Have a parent/guardian complete their section of the application
Bring the completed package to your counsellor, who will submit your application.