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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Advanced placement | studying college level material in highschool |
| Apprenticeship | learning a trade while working as a skilled employee |
| Articulation agreements | contracts between a high school and a college for coursework completed |
| Associate degree | a degree usually completed in two of more fulltime years |
| Bachelors degree | college or university degree that takes an average of six years to complete |
| Career and technical high school | specialized career training in high school |
| Career preparation | education and training options |
| Certificate | document that is proof of completion of necessary career skills |
| Community college | government supported local college that offers associate degrees |
| Co op programs | combines highschool courses with paid work experience |
| Dual credit | advancing credit taken for both highschool and college credits |
| Dual enrollment | PSEO courses taken on college campuses |
| Gap year | a year between highschool graduation and the start of post secondary education |
| GPA | grade point average |
| Internship | program that provides practical experience working in a career |
| Online learning | learning conducted through a web site |
| On the job training | learning career skills under an experienced workers supervision |
| Plan B | career backup plan |
| Post secondary education | any education beyond high school |