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ACTC celebrates dual credit week, highlighting regional impact and partnerships

Published on Apr 14, 2025

����ֱ�� (ACTC) is excited to celebrate Dual Credit Week from April 14-18, highlighting the significant impact of its dual credit program across the region. 

The week-long observance emphasizes the growing importance of dual credit opportunities, which allow local high school students to earn college credits while still in high school.

Last fall, ACTC’s dual credit program served 767 students from 13 partner high schools across 8 local school districts. These students are enrolled in 116 college courses, accumulating an impressive 3,600 credit hours. 

This educational initiative has not only helped students prepare for future careers but has also saved families a total of $340,200 in tuition costs.

“We are incredibly proud of the continued growth and success of our dual credit program,” said Dr. Larry Ferguson, ACTC President/CEO. “Dual Credit Week is a great opportunity to showcase the incredible opportunities available to high school students across the region. By partnering with local high schools, we’re able to give students access to a high-quality education, helping them reduce the cost of college while gaining valuable skills and experiences.”

In celebration of Dual Credit Week, ACTC is spotlighting the diverse range of programs offered through its dual credit partnerships, including courses in welding, electrical technology, industrial maintenance, and more. These courses provide students with hands-on experience in high-demand career fields, ensuring they are well-prepared to either enter the workforce immediately after high school or continue their education.

“Our partnership with ACTC is invaluable,” said Scott Johnson, guidance counselor at Lawrence County High School. “The opportunities they offer Lawrence County High School students to obtain college credits across a range of pathways are extremely helpful in making high school meaningful to students. We have well over 50 students each term learning welding, electrical, industrial maintenance, nursing, and a host of other dual credit college courses. Those experiences would not be available without our relationship with ACTC.”

Lawrence County Superintendent, Katie Webb, agreed with Johnson. 

“����ֱ�� has been a fantastic partner to Lawrence County Schools. They’ve opened up so many doors for our students through things like dual credit courses, certification programs, and scholarships,” she said.  “ACTC has helped so many LC students get a real head start on their futures. We truly appreciate the relationship and look forward to growing it even more.”

ACTC also offers general education courses, allowing students to complete required courses at a fraction of the cost, and then continue their education at ACTC or a four-year university. 

“For high school students who are not certain about attending college, dual credit is a wonderful opportunity to try college level work and gain confidence in meeting the challenge of it, said Vicki McGinnis, ACTC Dual Credit Coordinator.  “Students should reach out to their guidance counselors to confirm the opportunities offered through ACTC at their high schools.”

For more information about dual credit opportunities at ACTC, visit /admissions/information-for/dual-credit.aspx

Written by: Megan Smedley, ACTC Assistant Director of Public Relations & Alumni Engagement