Transcripted credit courses allow you to take technical college courses at your high school and earn both technical college credit and high school credit. Students must earn a passing grade based on the technical college grading scale in order to earn the technical college credit.  There is no cost to enroll in the technical college credit.

Courses that we offer for transcripted credit include:

• College Accounting - WCTC
• Microsoft Word/PPT - WCTC
• Excel - WCTC
• Building Trades 1 - WCTC
• Building Trades 2 - WCTC
• Building Trades 3 - WCTC
• Automotive 3 - WCTC
• Greenhouse Management & Production - Gateway Technical College
• Landscaping - Gateway Technical College

Early College Credit Program (ECCP) is a statewide program that allows any student in grades 9-12 to earn college credits at a University of Wisconsin system school, private college or university, or Tribal colleges. ECCP does not include Wisconsin technical colleges. Students may apply to take classes during the fall, spring, and/or summer terms; however, there are strict deadlines for application for each term. Please note that the request will not be approved if a similar course is offered at OHS. A student may only request/take up to a maximum of 18 credits throughout their high school career (this includes credits taken through the Start College Now program as well).

Cost

There is no cost to the high school student for participation in this program; however, students will be required to provide their own safety equipment (e.g. shoes or goggles), school supplies, and transportation to and from the university. If a student does not complete a course or ends up failing, the student will be responsible for paying the tuition and expenses associated with the course that the district had initially covered.

Application Deadlines

• February 1 for summer courses
• March 1 for fall courses
• October 1 for spring courses

How to get started

• Contact your counselor to discuss courses of interest and to ensure OHS does not offer a similar course.
• Review the list of courses that have been approved or denied in the past so you can plan accordingly (be sure to select the tab at the bottom that says ECCP).

Start College Now (SCN) is a statewide program that allows juniors and seniors to earn college credits at a Wisconsin Technical College. These credits can be applied towards a degree program at a Wisconsin Technical College. Students take these classes at the technical college that they choose. Students will also earn high school credits for these courses. Please note that the request will not be approved if a similar course is offered at OHS. A student may only request/take up to a maximum of 18 credits throughout their high school career (this includes credits taken through the Early College Credit Program as well).

Cost

There is no cost to the high school student for participation in this program; however, students will be required to provide their own safety equipment (e.g. shoes or goggles) and transportation to and from WCTC. If a student does not complete a course or ends up failing, the student will be responsible for paying the tuition and expenses associated with the course that the district had initially covered.

Benefits

• Earn college credits while still in high school.
• Credits may be applied toward a Wisconsin Technical College degree program.

Application Deadlines

• March 1 for fall courses
• October 1 for spring courses 

How to Get Started

• Contact your counselor to make sure you meet any prerequisites that may apply.
• Review the list of courses that have been approved or denied in the past so you can plan accordingly

WCTC’s Dual Enrollment Academy (DEA) is designed to provide high school seniors with a head start in jobs in high-demand fields while providing them an opportunity to earn college credits prior to high school graduation. The initiative awards participants with a WCTC certificate (upon successful completion) along with high school credits. Students will spend the majority of their school day, both fall and spring semesters of their senior year, at WCTC participating in the Dual Enrollment Academy.

Cost

There is no cost to the high school student for participation in this program; however, students will be required to provide their own safety equipment (e.g. shoes or goggles), school supplies, and transportation to and from WCTC. Students must also commit to the program for an entire year instead of just one class at a time. Once a student is accepted and signs up for the summer orientation, they are considered enrolled and would be responsible for all costs if they decide to back out, since they are filling a spot that could otherwise be filled by another student. If a student does not complete a course or ends up failing, the student will be responsible for paying the tuition and expenses associated with the course that the district had initially covered.

Benefits

Beyond gaining college credit, participation in the Dual Enrollment Academy helps high school students ease the transition from high school to postsecondary education, giving them insight into college academics. The initiative also benefits business and industry by having an immediate impact on private-sector employers looking for skilled talent.

Programs Offered

WCTC offers several different options for these cohorts; the ones that are approved for OHS are listed below:

• Automation Systems
• Criminal Justice Studies
• Early Childhood Education Preschool (Registry Credential)
• Firefighter/EMT
• IT Systems Specialist
• Tool and Die/CNC
• Welding/Fabrication

Visit the WCTC Dual Enrollment Academy page to find and complete the application (including your personal statement on why you would be a good candidate) and submit it to your high school counselor for approval no later than March 1st of your junior year. Your high school will submit your completed application packet to WCTC's Center for Early College Opportunities.