At CHS, we don't restrict IB classes only to students participating in the IB Diploma Program. Students can take the IB Career-related Program, or simply take IB courses as stand-alone classes based on their strengths, individual interests, and goals. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about taking IB classes. If you have any additional questions, just contact us!
What is the difference between being an IB Diploma student and an IB Career-related Program student?
The IB Diploma Program is a comprehensive program of study which requires students to take six college-level IB Classes over the course of their Junior and Senior Years. This program has IB exams at the end of each course, and can lead to the attainment of the IB Diploma. Colleges may award up to 30 credit hours for attainment of the IB Diploma.
Being an IB Career-related Program student gives students choice to take IB classes that fit their personal schedule, interests, and college/career goals. This has much greater flexibility than the IB Diploma Program, and allows students to pursue a Career Pathway through Hutchings College & Career Academy, complete the CP Core, and Dual Enrollment course(s) in 11th-12th grade.
Can I take IB classes and complete Dual Enrollment classes or Hutchings Career Pathways?
If you are a student in the IB Diploma Program, your schedule will be less flexible and will not allow for Dual Enrollment courses during the school year. However, you are free to take Dual Enrollment classes over the summer. Meet with your high school counselor for more information.
If you are an IB Career-related Program student, your schedule has the flexibility for you to enroll in Hutchings Career Pathways, complete the CP Core, and take Dual Enrollment courses. Keep in that mind that since you are not an IB Diploma student, you will not be eligible to receive the IB Diploma.
What is the CP Core?
The IB Career-related Program requires students complete 50 hours of Language Development in a second language, 50 hours of Service Learning, 50 hours of Personal & Professional Skills, and completion of the Reflective Project. This will be accomplished through taking two semester of a Personal & Professional Skills course Junior & Senior Year.
What Career pathways are available to me as an IB Career-related Program student?
You will have the choice from the following pathways: Audio/Video/Technology Film, Banking & Finance, Culinary Arts, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Graphic Design, JROTC, Teaching as a Profession, and the Healthcare Industry Pathways: CNA, EMR/EMT, and Sports Medicine. For more information on the following pathways, please visit the HCCA website.
If I’m an IB Career-related Program student, can I still receive support from the IB Coordinator?
Absolutely! The IB Coordinator is there to support ALL IB students! Just stop by or email to make an appointment.
How can an IB class help me?
Even one IB class can help prepare you better for whatever you plan to do after high school. There are numerous studies which show that a student who completes even one upper level course in high school is more likely to be successful in college. IB classes also teach you the critical thinking and communication skills you’ll need after high school, whether you plan to attend college right away, attend technical school, go into the workforce, or join the military. In the end, IB can help prepare you for whatever your plans are for the future.
Do I have to pay for IB Exams?
No! Central High School pays for all IB exams regardless of being a diploma student or a career-related program student!
What is the benefit of taking the IB Exam?
IB Exams can earn you college credit--just like AP exams. Keep in mind, however, that all universities and colleges have different criteria for awarding credit. It is important to check the website of the colleges of your choice to see what scores they require in each subject, as well as how they will award the credit. If you have questions, contact your counselors or reach out to the academic institution.
What is the difference between being an IB Diploma student and an IB Career-related Program student?
The IB Diploma Program is a comprehensive program of study which requires students to take six college-level IB Classes over the course of their Junior and Senior Years. This program has IB exams at the end of each course, and can lead to the attainment of the IB Diploma. Colleges may award up to 30 credit hours for attainment of the IB Diploma.
Being an IB Career-related Program student gives students choice to take IB classes that fit their personal schedule, interests, and college/career goals. This has much greater flexibility than the IB Diploma Program, and allows students to pursue a Career Pathway through Hutchings College & Career Academy, complete the CP Core, and Dual Enrollment course(s) in 11th-12th grade.
Can I take IB classes and complete Dual Enrollment classes or Hutchings Career Pathways?
If you are a student in the IB Diploma Program, your schedule will be less flexible and will not allow for Dual Enrollment courses during the school year. However, you are free to take Dual Enrollment classes over the summer. Meet with your high school counselor for more information.
If you are an IB Career-related Program student, your schedule has the flexibility for you to enroll in Hutchings Career Pathways, complete the CP Core, and take Dual Enrollment courses. Keep in that mind that since you are not an IB Diploma student, you will not be eligible to receive the IB Diploma.
What is the CP Core?
The IB Career-related Program requires students complete 50 hours of Language Development in a second language, 50 hours of Service Learning, 50 hours of Personal & Professional Skills, and completion of the Reflective Project. This will be accomplished through taking two semester of a Personal & Professional Skills course Junior & Senior Year.
What Career pathways are available to me as an IB Career-related Program student?
You will have the choice from the following pathways: Audio/Video/Technology Film, Banking & Finance, Culinary Arts, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Graphic Design, JROTC, Teaching as a Profession, and the Healthcare Industry Pathways: CNA, EMR/EMT, and Sports Medicine. For more information on the following pathways, please visit the HCCA website.
If I’m an IB Career-related Program student, can I still receive support from the IB Coordinator?
Absolutely! The IB Coordinator is there to support ALL IB students! Just stop by or email to make an appointment.
How can an IB class help me?
Even one IB class can help prepare you better for whatever you plan to do after high school. There are numerous studies which show that a student who completes even one upper level course in high school is more likely to be successful in college. IB classes also teach you the critical thinking and communication skills you’ll need after high school, whether you plan to attend college right away, attend technical school, go into the workforce, or join the military. In the end, IB can help prepare you for whatever your plans are for the future.
Do I have to pay for IB Exams?
No! Central High School pays for all IB exams regardless of being a diploma student or a career-related program student!
What is the benefit of taking the IB Exam?
IB Exams can earn you college credit--just like AP exams. Keep in mind, however, that all universities and colleges have different criteria for awarding credit. It is important to check the website of the colleges of your choice to see what scores they require in each subject, as well as how they will award the credit. If you have questions, contact your counselors or reach out to the academic institution.