The Ontario government is investing $4.8 million to expand the dual credit program in an effort to get more kids interested in the trades.
The program sees eligible students participate in college courses and apprenticeship training while still in high school.
It’s been popular in our local high schools.
Expanding the program would provide the opportunity for an additional 2,200 students over the next two years to take courses that would count towards their diploma and a post-secondary certificate, diploma, degree or a certificate of apprenticeship.
While announcing the move, Local MPP John Jordan said Expanding the program will provide students with “hands on” experience, opening their eyes and minds to the possibilities of a life-long career in a skilled trade.”
“The Dual Credit Program represents an outstanding opportunity for students, whether entering trades, or trying a college course in their area of interest. It allows students the opportunity to “try on” college and many students see that they can be successful”, said Smiths Falls District Collegiate Institute Principal Terry Gardiner. “It also gives some students an important “leg up” with a college credit accomplished without having to pay tuition.”
For further details about the Dual Credits Program, click on the link below.
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