Dual Enrollment

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What is Dual Enrollment?

Dual enrollment is when a student is enrolled in two separate academic institutions (ALVA high school and a college). The classes taken in college count as college hours AND high school credit. The college class does take the place of the high school course.

Next Steps for Dual Enrollment

So, you have decided that dual enrollment is the direction your student will go. What do I do? If you were unable to attend a virtual meeting with our community college representatives, this will give you a general guide on next steps. Please review and let me know if you have any questions ([email protected])

  1. Choose the community college your student will be attending. You can utilize this site to find local schools. https://www.accs.edu/community-college/find-college/
  2. Contact the community college dual enrollment representative. This contact will be listed on the school website.
  3. Review the programs offered in dual enrollment and which programs are covered by a CTE/Workforce Development scholarship.
  4. Complete the dual enrollment admission application.
  5. Gather required forms both for dual enrollment admission and scholarships, if necessary, and complete.
  6. Any forms, that require a counselor, principal, and/or superintendent signature, should be completed and sent to Dionne Vandiber at [email protected].
  7. Once signatures are obtained, the form(s) will be returned to the student and college representative, along with the student’s transcript.
  8. Register for classes with the community college dual enrollment representative.
  9. Complete any additional paperwork that may need to be completed to ensure course registration and scholarship receipt.
  10. Inform ALVA of the courses you will be attending.
  11. Attend courses and when complete, send grades to ALVA. A minimum grade of a “C” must be earned to receive high school credit that counts toward student requirements.

Community Colleges and Universities

Your student can choose from any community college or university in the state of Alabama to complete their courses or even their degree!

Shelton State Community College & Gadsden State Community College

Shelton State Community College and Gadsden State Community College offers free and discounted dual enrollment options for eligible high school students in grades 10 through 12, allowing them to earn college and high school credit at the same time. 

  • New Students: First-time dual enrollment students receive one free course (covering tuition, fees, and books, depending on funding).
  • Returning Students: Returning dual enrollment students can receive up to two free courses per Fall and Spring semester, and one free course for the Summer semester.

The deadline to enroll for Spring 2027 is Tuesday, December 1, 2026. To apply/enroll, please contact the course teacher listed below. 

MDT 100:  Engineering Blueprints

This course covers the reading of technical blueprints. Topics include drawing techniques, materials used in manufacturing and fabrication, language, standards, mechanical components, machining procedures, and symbols. The student will be expected to apply the concepts learned to technical drawing to determine any dimension or specification required. 

MDT 100:  Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

This course teaches the basic techniques and concepts used in setting up a computer-aided software program on a personal computer to make technical drawings. Students use AutoCAD in application of drawing / design techniques. Students will be expected to draw proper basic multi-view drawings using AutoCAD by the completion of the course. 

MDT 105:  Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

This course teaches the basic techniques and concepts used in setting up a computer-aided software program on a personal computer to make technical drawings. Students use AutoCAD in application of drawing / design techniques. Students will be expected to draw proper basic multi-view drawings using AutoCAD by the completion of the course. 

MDT 111:  Mechanical Drawing

This course covers the basic principles and practices in mechanical drafting / design, incorporating computer-aided drafting equipment. The use of proper lines, dimensions, and notations are covered in regard to multi-view orthographic drawings. Students will be expected to draw the proper views of objects using computer-aided drafting software. 

For more information about Shelton State classes, please contact the following teachers:

For MDT classes, contact Mrs. Strawderman ([email protected]) or Mrs. Perkins ([email protected])

HIS 201: United States History I

This course surveys United States history from the pre-Columbian period to the Civil War era. 

HIS 202: United States History II

This course surveys United States history from the Civil War era to the Modern era. 

OAD 125: Word Processing 

This course is designed to provide the student with basic word processing skills through classroom instruction and outside lab. Emphasis is on the utilization of software features to create, edit, and print common office documents. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to use industry-standard software to generate appropriately formatted, accurate, and attractive business documents such as memoranda, letters, and reports 

OAD 126: Advanced Word Processing 

This course is designed to increase student proficiency using advanced word processing functions. Emphasis is on the use of industry-standard software to maximize productivity. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to generate complex documents such as forms, newsletters, and multi-page documents. 

OAD 243: Spreadsheet Applications

This course is designed to provide the student with a firm foundation in the use of computerized equipment and appropriate software in performing spreadsheet tasks through classroom instruction and lab exercises. Emphasis is on spreadsheet terminology and design, common formulas, and proper file and disk management procedures. Upon completion, the student should be able to use spreadsheet features to design, format, and graph effective spreadsheets. 

SPH 107: Fundamentals of Public Speaking

This course explores principles of audience and environment analysis as well as the actual planning, rehearsing, and presenting of formal speeches to specific audiences. Historical foundations, communication theories, and student performances are emphasized. 

For more information about Shelton State classes, please contact the following teachers:

For OAD classes, contact Mrs. Ester ([email protected]) or Mrs. Jackson ([email protected])
For HIS classes, contact Mr. Armstrong ([email protected])
For SPH classes, contact Dr. Reedy ([email protected])