CTE Dual Credit
The Whatcom County CTE Dual Credit Consortium is dedicated to helping students get connected to clear, meaningful educational pathways which lead to successful career opportunities. The consortium is sponsored by a partnership of local High Schools, Bellingham Technical College, and Whatcom Community College. Students can earn college credit on the high school campus for articulated courses that prepare them for a professional/technical career. According to the Washington Student Achievement Council, students who earn college credit are more likely to graduate high school, enroll in college, and complete college degrees.
Why Take College CTE Dual Credit Classes?
- CTE Dual Credit students save time and tuition dollars by getting a head start on fulfilling college degree or certificate requirements.
- CTE Dual Credit students complete courses that help prepare them for career opportunities beyond high school.
- CTE Dual Credit students learn skills to be productive in the world of work.
- CTE Dual Credit students take college courses while attending classes on their high school campus.
Students | Parents | Guardians
To enroll in a CTE Dual Credit course, students must be enrolled in an eligible, articulated high school course and register for college credit through the SERS website .
Here are the steps for enrolling in CTE Dual Credit Courses:
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Visit your Counseling/Career Center at your high school for help in selecting classes that match your career pathway
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Using the on-line system (SERS), complete the College CTE Dual Credit registration process at https://www.ctesers.org .
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During the semester, work with your teacher to achieve the required skills and competencies.
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Earn at least a "B" grade in the class.
- Contact Whatcom County CTE Dual Credit if you have any questions.
ctedualcredit@btc.edu or 360-752-8409
Registration Timeline
Registration Opens: December 2, 2024Registration Closes: June 20, 2025
Transcript Information
An unofficial transcript is an unsigned and unsealed copy of the student’s record and is available online. There is no charge for unofficial transcript copies. It is the responsibility of the student to view their transcript for accuracy.
To order official transcripts, go to www.getmytranscript.com to use the online transcript service to order your Official BTC or WCC Transcript. There is a fee to order official transcripts. Transcripts can be mailed or picked up in person with photo ID. Transcripts are delivered in an envelope with an officially sealed envelope inside. Official sealed transcripts are required for transfer credit to another college or university. Transcripts will be withheld if all obligations to the College, financial or otherwise, are not fully filled. To view and print your unofficial transcript, go to the BTC Transcripts or WCC Transcript websites.
CTE Dual Credit Courses by High School
CTE Dual Credit Programs of Study
Educators
If you are a CTE teacher and would like to partner with the Whatcom County Dual Credit Consortium to offer a CTE Dual Credit course, please contact Linda Ruthrauff and submit a High School Request for Articulation form
Resources
High School Request for Articulation Form
CTE Dual Credit Brochure
Email the CTE Dual Credit Coordinator ctedualcredit@btc.edu .
