To implement the new Indigenous-focused graduation requirement, the ministry is introducing a new 2023 graduation program code. More details on data specifications and transition timelines are available in this Grad 2023 information document.
Friday March 24, 2023
Deputy Minister of Education and Child Care
Hi, everyone – just a short update this week. Please see below for information on the expansion of tuition waivers for former youth in care seeking to advance their education and training, a reminder that there is a new program code for the Indigenous Graduation requirement, and information clarifying the dual credit policy.
Have a great weekend!
Christina
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For Information
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Dual Credit Policy Clarification
The DM Bulletin noted Budget 2023 investments in dual credit expansion and pledged further clarification from the Ministry on dual credit course funding eligibility, as set by B.C.’s current policies. Please see this question-and-answer document for more information. Further questions about dual credit can be sent to dualcredit@gov.bc.ca.
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Expansion of Tuition Waiver
The BC Government, the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS), and the Ministry of Children and Family Development recently announced the expansion of financial supports for former youth in care seeking to seeking to further their education and training. Please see Minister Selina Robinson’s statement and this news release for more information.
