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Academic Pathways
Concurrent Enrollment
Concurrent enrollment is a program that allows high school students the opportunity to simultaneously earn college or vocational credit toward a postsecondary diploma, certificate, or degree at a college that will also count as credit toward a high school diploma. The college classes are offered on campus or at participating high schools. Students must be approved through their high school counselor and/or school district in order to participate. Classes are part of the student’s permanent college transcript. Federal and state financial aid is not available for this option. For more information, contact a high school counselor or Dahl Gehle, 970.339.6504 or dahl.gehle@aims.edu.
ASCENT Program
ASCENT is a branch of the Concurrent Enrollment program that allows high school students the opportunity to extend their high school education for up to one additional year while earning college credit. Students interested in the program must contact and be approved by their high school counselor and/or school district to participate. Eligible students must meet all high school graduation requirements, have completed 12 or more college credits at 100 level or above, have met all remedial needs, and meet any additional guidelines as set by the student’s high school/school district. Federal and state financial aid is not available for this option. For more information, contact a high school counselor or Dahl Gehle, 970.339.6504 or dahl.gehle@aims.edu.
High School Options and Alternatives
Career Academy Scholarship
Career Academy is not a single program, but a series of partnerships between Aims’ Career and Technical Education office and participating high schools in the Aims service area. The resulting contracts promote career training in programs such as Automobile Collision Repair, Automotive Service Technology, Carpentry, Nurse Aide, Med Prep, Graphics, Communication Media, Agriculture, Oil and Gas, and Carpentry. The contracts provide for a specific number of “seats” each year that are purchased by a particular high school or school district. Based on the recommendations of high school counselors, students are selected to participate. Aims instructors usually teach the classes at Aims. High school students enrolled in Career Academy establish an official college transcript with college credits building toward a career or technical certificate. Tuition, books and most materials are paid for by the school and not the student. Career Academy applies only to a specific list of career or technical certificates, but the number and scope of Career Academy contracts is expected to grow. Federal and state financial aid is not available for this option. Contact Susan Burrows, 970.339.6327 or susan.burrows@aims.edu or Lesli Bicknell, 970.339.6364 or lesli.bicknell@aims.edu for more information.
Centennial BOCES High School
Centennial BOCES High School (CBHS), formally known as the Weld County High School Diploma Program or Aims High School Diploma Program, is an alternative school designed to be a resource to school districts and students in northern Colorado. CBHS offers a self-paced, competency-based curriculum that allows students the opportunity to earn a high school diploma and gain knowledge and skills crucial for entry into the workforce or other educational organizations. This program is a good option for students who are not succeeding in the traditional high school environment for whatever reason (behind in credits, have to work, have to take care of family, etc.) Students have an opportunity to earn their high school diploma in a timely manner and on their own schedule. For information please contact John Dixon at 970.339.6318 or email john.dixon@aims.edu.
GED Testing
Colorado GED (General Educational Development) Testing program is offered through Continuing Education. The program is for individuals seventeen years and older who have never been awarded a high school diploma or an Equivalency Diploma.
The GED test makes it possible for an individual to earn a high school credential which affords them the opportunity to pursue higher education or obtain a job or a job promotion.
Upon completion of all five parts of the GED exam, the Colorado Department of Education will mail the individual the Colorado High School Equivalency Diploma.
To inquire about fees, testing days and times or to schedule an appointment for testing, contact 970.339.6213 or 970.339.6390.
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