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These Dual Enrollment opportunities make college more affordable and introduce high school students to higher-level coursework before they immerse themselves in college.
High school students in our district save over $5 million in tuition and fees by taking college credit courses in high school.
Advanced Placement (AP) courses prepare students to attempt the Advanced Placement Exam. Successful completion of AP exams can lead to the awarding of college credit. Read how Advanced Placement credits are accepted at MPTC.
Cooperative Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) enables students to complete college coursework (through several Wisconsin colleges) available at their high schools. Students who apply to a program at MPTC need to provide an official transcript from their CAPP college/university for review and transfer.
The annual cost of tuition and fees at Moraine Park is around $4,800 compared to an average of between $7,444 and $32,472 at four-year institutions.
Many programs are eligible for financial aid and more than 84% of full-time and first-time students receive financial aid.
Over $3.2 million in financial aid was distributed for spring 2024, with a majority as financial gifts (scholarships or grants).
More than ever, students and families are questioning the value of a college degree. Does the investment (time and cost) pay off when local employers are paying high wages and benefits?
While you and your student will need to make that decision together, here are some actual numbers and facts to consider:
Virtual sessions are about 30 minutes. We’ll cover topics such as:
We will tailor our discussion to your student’s needs.
| Jan 8 | SCN Orientation Session (online 11:30am or 5:30pm) |
| Jan 20 | Start of Spring 2025 semester |
| Feb 1 | HS Senior Scholarship Application Available |
| March 1 | Fall Start College Now applications due to HS counselors |
| April 15 | HS Senior Scholarship Deadline |
| May 11 | Moraine Park Foundation Scholarship Deadline |
In 2023, an estimated million people aged 12 and older needed treatment for a substance use disorder, but only 23% received the required care. (SAMHSA, 2023) Substance Use Disorder Counselors (SUDC) play a significant role in addressing one of today’s most serious public health challenges. As addiction rates continue to rise, the need for professionals in this field has never been more urgent.
Moraine Park’s Substance Use Disorders Counseling (SUDC) program is led by experienced instructors still actively working in the profession. The program is:
Students will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to support clients through the stages of recovery including detoxification, building new lifestyles, creating coping strategies and implementing relapse prevention plans. Such support is crucial for minimizing the risk of relapse and sustaining sobriety.
Simulated scenarios are completed throughout the program which are designed to reflect real-world situations faced by counselors in a professional setting. Along with simulations, students dedicate 12 hours per week to community-based treatment facilities, where they will observe and practice their skills in preparation for graduation.
Can a student become a substance use counselor without a bachelor’s degree? In Wisconsin, it is possible to enter the profession by completing an approved associate degree program. Students must apply for their Substance Use Counseling In Training (SAC-IT) certification before entering their internship. After completing the MPTC program, they will advance to the role of a Substance Use Counselor-In-Training.
Contact Recruitment today to schedule an on-campus appointment to learn more details about the program and next steps.
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“The aspect I have enjoyed the most to date has been the opportunity of having guest speakers who have direct experience in the SUDC field. The passion and commitment I have observed is what I want in a career. I want work to be something I enjoy, not just a chore where the only thing I look forward to is the approaching weekend.”
Gracelynn Turnbow, a senior at Hartford Union High School, has always been interested in investigating and documenting important information. One day, while scrolling through TikTok, she discovered a Paralegal influencer who shared daily insights about their job and the legal field – sparking a newfound interest in Paralegal and Legal Studies for Gracelynn.
With the help of her high school counselor, Gracelynn discovered two dual enrollment opportunities at MPTC that allow students to earn college credits while still in high school. Excited to get a head start on her associate degree, she applied for Start College Now and Concurrent Admissions. So far, she has completed 15 credits and is on track to earn more by the end of December. These completed credits are equivalent to one full-time semester, saving Gracelynn both time and money.
Since Gracelynn is a Start College Now student, her classes are held at Moraine Park’s campus instead of her high school, offering a unique schedule. “Because I am mostly doing college courses, I don’t have a typical high school class schedule.” She shared that she now gets to have a great morning routine including a workout and breakfast. “Once I am ready for the day, I catch up on studying and homework. After I’m all caught up with my goals that I planned for that day, I go to work or relax and focus on myself.”
What courses have you enjoyed the most at Moraine Park?
“My favorite class so far has been Civil Litigation. During this course, we had one specific case we based our lessons on and at the end of the course we built a trial notebook, collecting all the previous assignments and putting them together. This was my favorite assignment because it was very fulfilling to see an entire class’s worth of assignments come together to complete one huge assignment and it made me happy to see how far I came in such little time.”
Gracelynn shared her excitement for the knowledge she has gained at Moraine Park, adding that she is constantly learning new information, preparing her for her future. Set to graduate from high school this Spring, she plans to continue pursuing her Legal Studies/Paralegal Associate Degree at Moraine Park. Gracelynn hopes to secure an internship and explore additional opportunities to advance her career in the legal field. Luckily for Gracelynn, Moraine Park’s Career and Employment Services can assist with internship placement and networking events.
We are honored to highlight Gracelynn and her hard work as she continues to earn college credits at Moraine Park. For more information about Start College Now or Concurrent Admissions, contact a recruiter at recruitment@morainepark.edu.
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