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Technology Preparation

Tech Prep is a combined secondary and post secondary program culminating in a post secondary degree or technical certificate. The Tech Prep curriculum is developed by secondary community college teachers with input from business, industry, and labor partners. Tech Prep programs utilize academic and technological knowledge to prepare students for lifelong learning and careers. Students meeting the criteria can earn college credits while saving time and money.

The Tech Prep secondary student is one who:

• Has declared Tech Prep as his/her curriculum choice by completing the "Letter of intent" with the counseling department.

• Has and EDP (Educational Development Plan ) showing election of Tech Prep.

• Is following the consortium approved course sequence.

• Has completed Tech Prep Courses.

• Has achieved secondary level Tech Prep competencies.

The Waterford School District currently has articulation agreements with Oakland Community College and Baker College. An articulation program involves a post-secondary institution  awarding advance placement credit's) to students enrolled in specific courses. The post-secondary institution awards credit in the following classes in which the students meets all condition and requirements. Students should contact their counselor for more information regarding the articulation program.

Oakland Community Collage:

Baker College: