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Creating Pathways to Postsecondary

What Is Dual Credit

Dual Credit Courses are designed to assist students with completing their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). It gives them a unique opportunity to explore college programs within the college environment.

Why We Do This

Colleges are an access point to career-focused education. By experiencing a college course while still in high school, students get first-hand knowledge of the free services and supports colleges offer. Plus students can gain valuable insights to their future career options and gain transfer credits to college program(s) they are interested in for their future.

The Impact

Over 4,000 students take Dual Credit programming in the GTA each year. Over 80% of those students were at risk of not completing their OSSD and go on to study full-time programs at College.

Current Needs

Students are supported throughout the process, as well as learning from industry-experienced professors and interacting with other college students, Dual Credit students will have access to peer mentoring and advising.

Experience College Life while Earning Credits

Are you eligible to take a Dual Credit course? Click below to find out.

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Funding for Dual Credit Courses

Through the support of two provincial ministries, all aspects of the programming are free for students. The costs of the courses, course materials, transportation and supplies needed for individual courses are covered.

CGTAT Partners

Centennial College Campus

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Centennial College

Composed of five campuses throughout the eastern GTA, Centennial is Ontario's first community college. For over 50 years, Centennial has educated students and prepared them to enter the workforce.

Students can “test drive” their post-secondary education at Centennial and expose themselves to the programs and career pathways that Centennial offers.

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George Brown College Campus

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George Brown College

Since 1967, George Brown College has operated in the heart of downtown Toronto, teaching students practical skills and providing them with the real-world experience to succeed in the job market.

Aimed at disengaged students in grades 11-12, and located throughout George Brown's five downtown campuses, Dual Credit courses allows high school students to transition into college and apprenticeship programs.

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Georgian College Campus

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Georgian College

Boasting the top graduate employment rate in Ontario, Georgian College is committed to student success. Georgian has campuses across central Ontario and offers cutting-edge curriculums and work placements with top employers.

Students struggling with their studies can get a head start on their college career by taking a Dual Credit course at Georgian. Courses are offered at all campuses and range in subjects from technology to art to education.

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Humber College Campus

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Humber College

Humber College is a leading Ontario polytechnic institute. Combining theory with hands-on learning, students will train in state-of-the-art facilities, labs, classrooms and in the field to become career-ready.

Learn more about college life at Humber’s three campuses - North, Lakeshore and Orangeville, and the programs it offers, by taking a Dual Credit course.

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Seneca College Campus

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Seneca College

With locations throughout the GTA, Seneca offers students a variety of hands-on, comprehensive full-time, part-time and continuing education options.

Students will get to experience life as a Seneca student by taking a Dual Credit course. They will receive a Student ID card, access to Campus services and have their transportation to class covered.

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Sheridan College Campus

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Sheridan College

Sheridan College delivers amazing learning experiences in an environment that encourages creative and innovative thinking, preparing students for work and life.

All Sheridan Dual Credit courses are offered at Sheridan campuses in Oakville, Brampton and Mississauga. Taught by College professors, Dual Credit courses offer students the chance to gain hands-on experience doing project work and more.

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