THE DUAL CREDIT STORY
Discover where skills can take you.
See how seven school divisions, Lethbridge Polytechnic and industry partners create practical dual credit learning opportunities for senior high students across southern Alberta.
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WHAT IS DUAL CREDIT?
Try a pathway before graduation.
Dual Credit allows students in Grades 10–12 to take approved post-secondary courses and earn credit at both levels. It is a practical way to experience polytechnic learning and make informed choices about what comes next.
Explore
Try subjects and career areas that may not be available at your school.
Experience
Learn in Lethbridge Polytechnic facilities and join its student community.
Earn credit
Complete approved learning that counts at high school and post-secondary.
Plan ahead
Connect learning to future programs, apprenticeships and careers.
SACI PROGRAM OPTIONS
Choose the level of experience that fits.
SACI offers introductory Dual Credit courses, immersive pre-employment programs and collegiate CTS pathways. Availability and allocated seats vary by division.
SACI-RESERVED TRADES
Five ways to test your fit.
Build practical skills, learn safe work practices and understand your own aptitudes and interests.
TRA 1133
Electrical · electrical and wind turbine technician trades
TRA 1134
Construction · carpentry, welding and pipe trades
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TRA 1131
Introduction to the Trades · 12 trades explored.
TRA 1132
Transportation · automotive, heavy-duty, agricultural equipment and parts
TRA 1135
Culinary · practical cooking and baking experiences
WHAT LEARNING LOOKS LIKE
Flexible theory. Mandatory hands-on learning.
Each option has its own schedule, prerequisites, materials and protective-equipment requirements.
1
Blended introductory courses
Complete asynchronous work, then attend predetermined Friday labs.
2
Full-time pre-employment
Attend daily on-campus lectures and labs for 15 weeks, plus a practicum.
3
Healthcare and agriculture options
Division packages may include online courses and selected lab experiences.
GETTING STARTED
Begin with your school.
Tuition is sponsored by participating divisions and seats are limited, so every student starts with their school or division’s internal approval process.
1
TALK TO YOUR SCHOOL
Ask about eligibility, available seats and your division’s process.
2
APPLY AS DIRECTED
After approval, apply using the correct application type and fee-waiver code.
3
GET READY
Watch for acceptance, Canvas access, schedules and required gear.
CTS PATHWAY EXCEPTION
Students use a separate collegiate registration form and do not submit a Lethbridge Polytechnic application.
ELIGABILITY + TIMING
Available through SACI partners.
Each option has its own schedule, prerequisites, materials and protective-equipment requirements.
2027 WINTER APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 27, 2026
SACI QUESTIONS
Eligibility, schedules and gear
Contact Collegiate Coordinator Cheryl Zumbach for division prerequisites, equipment and lab schedules.
DUAL CREDIT SUPPORT
Applications, registration and courses
Contact the Lethbridge Polytechnic team for applications, withdrawals, Canvas and future offerings.
dual.credit@lethpolytech.ca
430.320.3200 Ext 5656
