Understanding Programs in DualEnroll
Programs in DualEnroll help you organize and manage different types of dual enrollment opportunities available to your students. Programs can be used to control course access, customize workflows, and ensure students stay within their intended academic path.
What are Programs?
Programs define specific dual enrollment tracks or opportunities, such as:
- Career pathway courses
- Honors/Advanced academic tracks
- Early College programs
- Technical education paths
Each program can have:
- A unique name displayed to students
- An internal identifier for tracking
- Specific course associations
- High school-specific availability
How Programs Work
Programs affect the dual enrollment process in several ways:
During Application:
- Students select their intended program
- Program selection may trigger specific workflow steps
- Schools only see programs available to them
During Course Selection:
- Students can see or filter courses by program
- Course lists can be filtered by program
- Registration may be restricted to program-approved courses
Managing Programs
To view existing programs:
- Navigate to the Admin tab
- Select "Programs" from the menu
- Review your current program list
Program Settings By High School:
- Programs can be enabled or disabled for specific high schools
- High schools may offer different combinations of programs
- Students only see programs available at their school
Best Practices
When using programs:
- Clearly name programs so students understand their choices
- Review program availability at each high school regularly
- Ensure courses are properly associated with each program
- Consider program requirements when planning workflows
Need Changes?
If you need to:
- Add new programs
- Modify existing programs
- Update program availability
- Change course associations
Contact your DualEnroll implementation team to ensure:
- Programs align with your overall dual enrollment strategy
- Workflows properly support program requirements
- Students have appropriate course access
- High schools can properly manage their program offerings
Remember: Programs help structure your dual enrollment offerings and ensure students follow appropriate academic pathways. They're a powerful tool for organizing and managing different types of dual enrollment opportunities.