TRANSCRIPTED ( TC ) CREDIT COURSES
TRANSCRIPTED ( TC ) CREDIT COURSES
Transcripted credit courses are college level courses using NWTC curriculum taught by high school instructors at the high school . Taking a transcripted credit course allows students to earn high school and college credit at the same time .
How do I enroll in a transcripted credit course ?
Transcripted credit courses are listed in your high school ’ s course catalog . Please review your schedule with your school counselor to enroll in a transcripted credit course . Please note : Course offerings may change throughout the school year .
How will I take my class ?
Transcripted credit courses are taken in person in the high school classroom during the regular school day .
TRANSCRIPTED CREDIT CHECKLIST
Follow your high school ’ s transcripted credit scheduling process . Courses are located in your school ’ s course catalog .
Meet with your counselor to plan your schedule .
If a transcripted credit course is not available , have a discussion with your counselor . There may be other options such as Start College Now classes available .
On the first day of class , READ THE CLASS SYLLABUS .
Make sure you understand the expectations and grading policies of the course and share them with your parents .
If you are unsure of any course expectations , ask your teacher for help .
Expectations of Transcripted Credit
Even though you are taking transcripted credit courses at your high school , they are college level courses and will require you to put in time outside of class to complete your work . Review the below class expectations so you know what to expect .
• Expect challenging , rigorous work that may be delivered in new and interesting ways .
• Class assignments , outcomes and expectations are set by NWTC and may be different than your high school courses .
• The class syllabus is the roadmap to the course . You are responsible for understanding the information and course requirements in it .
• Accommodations may be requested for transcripted courses .
• To earn college credit , you must earn a grade of “ C ” or better ; however , some college programs may require a higher grade .
• To earn high school credit , please ask your counselor about grade requirements .
• An NWTC transcript will be created for you after you complete a transcripted credit course .
• Your class schedule , including weather / make-up policies , will follow your high school procedures .
• Check in with your teacher frequently to ensure success ! Ask for help if you get stuck .
Academic Integrity
As an NWTC dual credit student , you are expected to maintain academic integrity in your classes . Academic integrity is defined by NWTC as maintaining academic honesty in your courses . You are expected to do your own work and to avoid plagiarism or cheating . Some examples of academic dishonesty are using unapproved resources on tests , submitting papers or assignments as your own work if someone else has prepared it , and copying assignments or other class work .
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