Concurrent Enrollment (CE) is a dual credit option that provides high school students with the opportunity to take college-credit bearing courses taught by college-approved high school teachers. It is a low or no-cost, scalable model for bringing accelerated courses to students in high schools. High school students gain exposure to the academic challenges of college while in their supportive high school environment and earn both high school and college credit upon successful completion of a course.
Concurrent Enrollment also facilitates close collaboration between high school teachers and college faculty that fosters alignment of secondary and postsecondary curriculum.
Concurrent Enrollment Students
Meet with your high school counselor if you are interested in taking a concurrent enrollment course. Your counselor will help you determine if concurrent enrollment is a good fit for you, discuss courses offered through your high school, and ensure you are on track for high school graduation.
You must apply to SCC to enroll in a concurrent enrollment course. Please follow the Concurrent Enrollment Application Instructions.
Concurrent Enrollment Program 鈥� Student Handbook
Concurrent enrollment (CE) students are SCC students and are welcome to enjoy Student Life activities. Please visit our Student Life page to see what鈥檚 happening on campus. CE students are also encouraged to use our Library Services, Technology Support, and other resources.
2024 - 2025 Concurrent Enrollment Course Offerings
The following is the list of courses offered via concurrent enrollment for the 2024-2025 academic year. Please contact the Secondary Relations office with questions or to seek additional concurrent enrollment possibilities. Secondary Relations Office: (507) 389-7241or
Foundations of Computing
COMP1120 4.00 credits - This course introduces the student to the world of information systems and technology. Students will explore the history of computing, career opportunities in information technology, computer concepts as they apply to a business environment, basic web page development, command-line interfaces, file management principles, computer numbering systems, and database principles. Students will also receive initial exposure to computer programming and algorithms through the use of problem analysis, pseudo-code and entry-level programming. (Prerequisites: None) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Programming Fundamentals
COMP1130 4.00 credits - This course introduces the student to the world of information systems and technology. Students will explore the history of computing, career opportunities in information technology, computer concepts as they apply to a business environment, basic web page development, command-line interfaces, file management principles, computer numbering systems, and database principles. Students will also receive initial exposure to computer programming and algorithms through the use of problem analysis, pseudo-code and entry-level programming. (Prerequisites: None) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Web for Business
COMP1140 3.00 credits - This course approaches developing web pages from a business point of view. It covers HTML5 and CSS3 markup languages used to create web pages. The course is intended for people wanting to learn how to create and publish web pages. No previous experience with HTML or programming is required. (Prerequisites: None) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Health Care Core Foundations
HC1525 4.00 Credits - This course will focus on the requirements needed by healthcare professionals to effectively work in a variety of healthcare settings and explore workplace skills such as accountability and responsibility, workplace behavior, approaches to assist clients, and expectations of teams and team members. This course provides a framework for healthcare workers to interact with diverse clients and staff, including belief systems, cultural practices, and respect and sensitivity to cultural, gender, and age issues. Identifying elements of communication and how those elements can develop into effective communication within the healthcare setting is a key focus, as well as learning when and how to utilize those skills in challenging situations. Health care ethics will be addressed and target ethical decision-making and personal and professional values. Legal issues in healthcare will round out the course, concentrating on healthcare laws and social media in healthcare. Healthcare safety and standards precautions will be incorporated, as well as personal wellness for the healthcare professional. This variable credit course was designed as a part of the Minnesota Health Care Core Curriculum. (Prerequisites: None) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Medical Terminology
HC1000 3.00 Credits - This course is an introduction to the language of medicine that is used in the health care profession. The student will learn to spell, pronounce, define, and interpret medical terminology related to body structure, disease, diagnosis, and treatment. (Prerequisites: None) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Anatomy & Physiology/Disease Conditions I
HC1914 4.00 Credits - This course is designed to provide two approaches to assist the student in learning about the human body. The first is in developing a basic understanding of the normal structure and function of the human body and secondly to discuss disease processes that affect each body system. (Prerequisite: HC1000) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Anatomy & Physiology/Disease Conditions II
HC1924 4.00 Credits - This course is a continuation of HC 1914 Anatomy/Physiology/Disease Conditions I with emphasis on the pathophysiology of the human body. The student will apply previous knowledge in medical terminology and structure and function of the human body. This course prepares the student in understanding the abnormalities and diseases the affect the organs and organs systems. (Prerequisites: HC 1914, 1000) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Introduction to Chemistry
CHEM108 4.00 Credits - A one-semester introduction to the field of chemistry, this course is designed to allow the student to understand how chemistry relates to everyday life and to learn some of the language and concepts of chemistry related to applied health. This course uses a math-based approach. (Prerequisite: [Must have a Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score of 250 or higher or Classic Accuplacer Reading score of 78 or higher, or ACT Reading score of 21 or higher or MCA Reading score of 1047 or higher or completion of either READ 0090 or EAP 0090 or READ 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher] AND [have a Next-Generation Accuplacer AAF score of 250 or higher or (Classic Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 56 or higher and Classic Accuplacer Elementary Algebra score of 76 or higher) or completion of either MATH 0085 or MATH 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher or ACT Math score of 19 or higher or MCA Math score of 1158 or higher.] (MNTC 3: Natural Sciences) More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Introduction to Manufacturing
CMAE1512 2.00 Credits - Explore the exciting world of Manufacturing and begin your training for a great career! This course provides an overview of different fields within Manufacturing and the opportunity for students to learn basic skills in a variety of high-demand fields, including Carpentry, Machining, Mechatronics, and Welding. In addition to the hands-on activities that will be completed throughout the course, students will also have the opportunity to earn a Precision Measuring credential. More course information can be found in the Common Course Outline.
Information for Concurrent Enrollment High School Instructors
色中色 (SCC) is excited to partner with secondary teachers throughout the region who are interested in offering college courses at their high schools. SCC is a (National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships) institution and our program aligns with the standards required to ensure that course rigor and expectations are achieved in every concurrent enrollment course. High school teachers will be expected to follow SCC course learning objectives, follow college syllabi guidelines, attend an orientation prior to teaching a CE course as well as discipline-specific professional development, participate in course observations, and work with a faculty liaison for paired assessment and grading requirements. Additional responsibilities and expectations can be found in the CEP Instructor Handbook.
Approved instructors need to meet the credentialing requirements for the course discipline, which varies between general and technical education. Instructors who do not meet these requirements have until September 1, 2023 to earn the credential. For more information about credentialing requirements and options to obtain credentials, contact Laura Attenberger, Vice President of Academic Affairs,
High school teachers interested in becoming concurrent enrollment instructors must complete the CEP Instructor Application. Please include a resume and transcripts with your application and email to
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Information for Concurrent Enrollment Faculty Liaisons
Faculty liaisons serve a critical role in ensuring that CEP courses meet the rigor, outcomes, and quality of the same on-campus SCC courses. Faculty liaisons provide guidance and mentoring for concurrent enrollment high school instructors to ensure the delivery of quality, collegiate-level learning experiences for concurrent enrollment students.
The roles and responsibilities of the faculty liaison can be found in the Faculty Liaison Handbook. They are appointed by their academic dean and compensated in accordance with MSCF Contract, Article 13, Section 10.
Faculty members interested in becoming a faculty liaison should contact Laura Attenberger, Vice President of Academic Affairs,
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