High School Dual Credit

The School District of Elmbrook provides an opportunity for students to concurrently earn high school and college course credits through UW-Oshkosh’s Cooperative Academic Partnership Program (CAPP).

WHAT IS CAPP?

CAPP is a dual credit program that provides college courses taught on our campus by Elmbrook educators, who are qualified adjunct professors of UW-Oshkosh. See the website for more information https://uwosh.edu/capp/

CAPP is the only concurrent enrollment program in Wisconsin accredited through the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP) - a professional organization for high schools and colleges that fosters and supports rigorous concurrent enrollment to ensure the content and quality of college-level courses held on a high school campus.  

The purposes of CAPP are to:

• Offer the opportunity for academically qualified students to test the rigor of university coursework.
• Offer a head start on college by providing an understanding of university-level expectations as well as academic credit, which will facilitate subsequent studies.
• Provide a gradual introduction and transition to university study and facilities.

There is no difference in the course work whether one is a CAPP student or not.

Certified Nursing Assistant Program

The Elmbrook School District has partnered with Gateway Technical College to provide Certified Nursing Assistant training. Students must be admitted, enrolled, and registered with Gateway when enrolled in CNA. The student is within the policies and rules of Gateway Technical College and their State-approved CNA program. Students have particular attendance, homework, and clinical requirements established by Gateway Technical College.

Please view the CNA INFORMATION DOCUMENT for all of the latest information about the program.

Questions?
Please contact:

• Your student’s high school counselor at BEHS or BCHS
• Amie Farley, Director of College, Career and Life
  farleyam@elmbrookschools.org
• Heather Brennan, Administrative Assistant for Career Based Learning & LAUNCH
  brennanh@elmbrookschools.org
  (CNA application, district approval and admission process)
• Nicole Cadkin, Administrative Assistant in Teaching & Learning
  cadkinn@elmbrookschools.org
  (CNA costs reimbursement and books)

The Future Teachers program is a great opportunity to become immersed in the field of education. The coursework and field experiences provide the perfect opportunity for students to determine if the teaching profession is the right path. Additionally, students will learn about the multiple professions in the field of education.

Important directions on how to apply for each of these opportunities are included HERE. Students must complete paperwork to take advantage of these opportunities. Important pre-requisite, deadline, and cost information are included in the link. 

Students who do NOT want college credit for their courses should complete the course request for LAUNCH Future Teachers in IC and no paperwork is required. The year 1 courses only offer the option of no college credit. 

Students will engage in the following course options: 

Required paperwork checklist (details can be found here):

EDUC 1000: Educational Inquiry with Marquette University

• Marquette University non-degree application

EDUC 1001: Psychological Development with Marquette University

• Marquette Non-Degree Application (if you are a first time applicant)
• District ECCP approval form

SPED 205: Intro to Special Education with UW-Whitewater

• UW Whitewater PIE application form
• District ECCP approval form

EDUC 2001: Teaching Practice 1: Instructional Design and Teaching Models with Marquette University

• EDUC 1000 and EDUC 1001 are prerequisites
• District ECCP approval form

These courses are offered on our campus (either BEHS or BCHS). They are taught by Elmbrook instructors with the credentials to become adjunct faculty at the University level. Earning college credit requires that students are admitted to the college/university offering the course, enroll, and satisfy the requirements for the course. Some courses require a minimum grade to earn credit and may include reduced tuition. Students enrolled are under the policies and guidelines of the college/university. Students may enroll in the high school course and not receive college credit. Availability is based on instructor availability. Students should select the course in IC that indicates either CAPP or Dual Enrollment DE next to the title of the course. Students may request a transcript from the college/university for transfer to the student’s future destination; however, transferability can not be guaranteed. Students are encouraged to keep course materials for review of transferability once they arrive at college as undergraduates.

Students need to apply to the University/College to earn college credit. 
See the links to complete the process for each college partner aligned with your scheduled courses. 

• CAPP is the University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh’s dual credit program. 

• PIE is the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater dual credit program. 

• UWM Dual Enrollment program.

• University of MN information will be shared by the classroom teacher when the course begins. 

• WCTC information will be shared by the classroom teacher when the course begins.

• Marquette information can be found HERE.

Pre-requisite courses, AP score results, placement test results, or background checks may be required as part of the admissions process.

*Start College Now request required.

Additional Resources
Being a Consumer of Your Education

The Elmbrook Graphic Design Academy provides the opportunity for students in grades 10-12 to earn dual credit for courses in the field of graphic design. Students have the option to take the courses all in one year or in two years. 

Industry Certification in Adobe Suite is available to students in the Graphic Design Academy!

Recommended to students interested in the following careers: 

• Graphic Designer
• Marketing
• Creative Designer
• Production Artist
• Web Designer

COURSE OPPORTUNITIES 

• Digital Illustration* (3 college credits) | Elmbrook Course #1122
  Enhance your ability to draw on the computer with Adobe Illustrator. Create artwork for both print and web design projects using features such as brushes, perspective, and mesh. Learn the importance and proper use of layers as well as the pen tool. Apply coloring techniques using Industry Standards.

• Page Layout/InDesign* (3 college credits) | Elmbrook Course #1172
  Create documents that are typographically correct and constructed according to industry design standards in the Graphic Design program. Participate in interactive demonstrations, weekly reading, and projects. Integrate type and images, use tabs, manage layers, apply master pages and style sheets, and create complex tables and forms.

• Image Editing/Photoshop* (3 college credits) | Elmbrook Course #1173
  Learn to use Adobe Photoshop to create sophisticated graphics for print and the web. Describe, discuss and demonstrate the procedures for producing color files and documents of professional quality. Become acquainted with layers, channels, paths, masks, and other techniques that are used to create the highest quality graphic elements for electronic digital documents.

• Design Drawing & Color Theory* (3 college credits) | Elmbrook Course #1170
  Design Drawing and Color Theory will help the student develop basic freehand drawing skills while providing fundamental knowledge of color. Using different media, participants will study the concepts of the form: 1, 2, and 3-point perspective; proportion; line; value, and texture as well as evaluate color characteristics; and examine the colors used in compositions; illustrations; and rendered still life's. In addition, students explore how color is incorporated in drawings as they develop an understanding of color models: including RGB, CMYK, Pantone, Munsell, CIELab, and the Web.

• DESIGN & MARKETING COHORT: Digital Illustration-DE & Sports and Entertainment/Marketing
  An engaging, innovative 18-week course, collaboratively designed by the Art and Business Departments, that combines Digital Illustration with Sports and Entertainment Marketing. This unique Design/Marketing Cohort offers students the opportunity to enhance their graphic design skills while applying them to real-world marketing and communication challenges.
  Students will engage in hands-on projects to create authentic content that informs and markets to both internal and external stakeholders. By the end of the course, participants will have developed valuable skills in, marketing, and communication.
  This course will be co-taught by Business and Art teachers, providing a multidisciplinary experience that deepens industry and applicable skills, creativity and strategy to deepen learning outcomes for all students.

MSOE Computer Science

• Fall 2025: CSC 1120 | Data Structures | 5 college credits
  Elmbrook Course # 87106
  Pre-requisite of 4+ on AP Exam for Comp Sci A

  Class will be in person online 3 days a week and 1 day in person for lab at Concurrency in Bishop Woods in Brookfield. 

• Spring 2026: SWE 2710 | Software Tools and Process  | 4 credit college credits
  Elmbrook Course #87252
  Pre-requisite of CSC 1120
  Windows, Mac, or Linux computer is needed. 

Semesters run on the MSOE calendar (standard semester college schedule)

Program is dependent on enrollment

How to Enroll? 

• Select the course in the IC course planner.
• Complete ECCP request.

Associate Degree in Business Management (cohort)

Taught during Blocks 1 and 2 for two years. Courses are taught either online or at WCTC. Students can complete an entire associate's Degree and their high school diploma. Courses are also available during the winter break. Classes run on the college calendar. Courses are eight weeks, and meet one day a week. Students take 2-3 classes each term. After the first year, students complete the Customer Service Specialist Technical Diploma. Juniors or Seniors are eligible for enrollment. The program is dependent on enrollment.

Associate Degree in Marketing (cohort)

Taught during Blocks 1 and 2 for two years. Courses are taught either online or at WCTC. Students can complete an entire associate's Degree and their high school diploma. Courses are also available during the winter break. Classes run on the college calendar. Courses are eight weeks, and meet one day a week. Students take 2-4 classes each term. Juniors or Seniors are eligible for enrollment. The program is dependent on enrollment

Specific course details can be found on the WCTC website.