Jordan Credit Center servings grades 9-12 in the Jordan School District. We offer flexible enrollment and online options, including original credit, grade replacement, credit recovery, and demonstrated competency assessments. Our mission is to support students in earning the credits needed for high school graduation.
To register for any options with Jordan Credit Center, students and parents must meet with their school counselor.
Jordan Credit Center Options
Courses
Original Credit
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- Purpose: Designed for students who need original credit for one class.
- Grading: Letter grade and graduation credit. .25 credits per quarter.
- Course Structure: Asynchronous online course that offers a complete learning experience equivalent to a traditional classroom course.
- Note: Students may only enroll in only one course at a time to ensure focused learning. For those interested in taking multiple courses simultaneously, please visit Kings Peak High School for a richer high school experience.
Grade Replacement
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- Purpose: Designed for students looking to replace a previously earned grade in the course.
- Grading: Letter grade to replace current grade. .25 credits per quarter.
- Course Structure: Asynchronous online course that offers a complete learning experience equivalent to a traditional classroom course.
Credit Recovery
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- Fee: $50 per quarter credit.
- Purpose: Designed for students needing to recover credits for courses they did not pass.
- Grading: Pass/Fail. Credits earned will not affect GPA.
- Course Structure: Focuses on essential standards, not a full course.
Available Courses Fall 2024
- Fitness for Life
- Financial Literacy
- Health 2
- US Government and Citizenship
- Participation, Skills, Techniques
- Business Office Specialist
- Language Arts 12
- Exploring Computer Science
Winter: Additional courses will be added. To be announced soon.
Demonstrated Competency Assessment
- Purpose: Original first-time credit through a demonstrated competency assessment- this is not credit recovery or grade replacement
- Students are eligible if they have never taken the course in an accredited school.
- Grading: Credit for passing assessments will be awarded at the district level and applied to the student’s transcript at the home school location. Letter grades of A, B or No Credit are awarded. There is no GPA or grade posting penalty for an unsuccessful assessment attempt.
- If competency is not demonstrated, student will be required to take the class.
- Each test can be taken one time per academic year.
- Student and Parent must review PCCR with their school counselor to verify that DCA credits will work for their educational pathway.
- Fee of $50 for all World Language DCA
Available Demonstrated Competency Assessments
Location:
Jordan District ASB- entrance D
7905 South Redwood Road, West Jordan, Utah
Hours:
8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Quick Links
Frequently Asked Questions for Students
Frequently Asked Questions for Counselors
Course Catalog
Demonstrated Competency Referral Process
Course Referral Process
Demonstrated Competency Request (must be filled out by student with the counselor)
Schedule Testing Appointment