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Black Hawk College – Dual Credit Program

At Rock Island High School we are happy to announce that we are continuing our partnership with Black Hawk College which gives juniors and seniors an opportunity to receive college credit before graduation.  Because Black Hawk College is easily accessible, we see this as an advantageous opportunity for our students.  Dual credit courses are taught at the high school campus or at the college campus in Moline, IL.  The classes are available to students who have met or will meet graduation requirements before their high school graduation date.  Tuition and cost to cover textbooks and supplemental materials for classes is the responsibility of the student and their family.  The Rock Island/Milan School district is not fiscally responsible for fees associated with the college credit classes.What is the difference between dual credit and dual enrollment?

 

 

In dual enrollment, a student is enrolled in a course at Black Hawk College and receives college credit for it while in high school.

Dual credit means that the senior student may receive both high school and college credit for the course taken through Black Hawk College.

What are the benefits of dual credit/dual enrollment?

• Provides opportunities for high school seniors to make progress toward college certificates and degrees, therefore shortening the time it takes to attain a college degree.
• Saves students and parents’ money.
• Provides students with college credit that is transferable to a university.
• Offers a wider range of course options for high school students.
• Promotes rigorous educational pursuits and encourages lifelong learning.

A list of possible class offerings are below.

SPEC 101 – Principles of Speech Communication

The application of oral communication principles to the preparation and presentation of speeches.  3 college credits, .5 high school elective credits.  

SPEC 175 – Intercultural Communication

Promotes awareness, knowledge, and skills for communicating among persons of differing cultural backgrounds.  3 college credits, .5 high school elective credits.

SOC 200 -  Contemporary Social Problems

Analysis of some vital social problems by applying sociological concepts and theories to the study of such topics as deviance, crime, minority relations, poverty and others.  Understanding issues of race, class, gender, and ethnicity.

MUSC 154 – Music Appreciation

For non-music majors.  Study of literature of music emphasizing important composers and prevailing styles of various eras. 3 college credits, .5 high school elective credits  

ART 100 – Art Appreciation
Introduction of the world of fine and applied arts.  Great works of art are examined as expressions of culture, a historical period, the creative personality, and process of making art.  Prerequisite:  Art Ideas.  3 college credits, .5 high school elective credits