CTC PFEC - API Programs (HSDP)

API: An Operating Unit of Central Texas College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM (HSDP)

Accreditation

American Preparatory Institute (API) is accredited by the Commission on Secondary and Middle Schools of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) to provide basic skills and competency-based high school diploma programs.

General Information

Attainment of a High School diploma from American Preparatory Institute (API) requires completion of 22 credits in specific areas of instruction. API courses may be taken for graduation from API or for transfer to another high school. Each student pursues his/her graduation requirements, working individually with instructor assistance as needed. Progress is measured by achievement of specific competencies in each course as demonstrated on mastery tests. Course credit is awarded upon the student's demonstration of 80 percent mastery of the competencies of the course. The student is thus afforded an adult setting in which he/she takes only the courses he/she needs, studies individually, progresses through achievement, and moves through the program at his/her own pace.

Application Procedures

Forms required by Military Students

Student Application
Student Contract
Transcript request OR documentation of acceptance of the course credit from the high school from which the student will graduate
DD 295; Application for Evaluation of Learning Experiences during Military Service
Commanders Approval paperwork
API transcript request

Forms required by Nonmilitary Students

Student Application
Student Contract
Transcript request OR documentation of acceptance of the course credit from the high school from which student will graduate
API transcript request

Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE)

Students planning on graduation through American Preparatory Institute (API) are required to take the TABE Form 7D test. The test results are used for placement in the program. Students may enroll in non-credit developmental courses or pursue a self-study plan until they achieve a score of at least an 8.5 on the Total Reading, Total Mathematics and Total Language batteries.

A student must achieve a score of 12.9 on the TABE form 8D within 60 days of completing course requirements to successfully qualify for graduation. Tests are administered on the first and third Friday of every month.

Important Note: Developmentally appropriate materials are available in reading, writing, and math for those students needing to acquire or refresh skills necessary to pass the TABE for admission to the High School Program.

Registration Priority

Military members have first priority for class enrollment. Priority for future enrollments is given to students who conform to the API attendance policy.

Credit for Alternative Educational Experience

API will consider Civilian Work Experience for elective credits. Any request for consideration of civilian work experience must be on Company Letterhead and contain the following information:

Employee Name
Dates of Employment
Hours worked per week
Job Description
Rating of Employee's Performance
Point of Contact for further information (Name, Address, Telephone Number)

API will consider Military Schools and Training. Student must submit DD Form 295.

API will consider, for possible High School credit, the documented completion of vocational or apprenticeship programs resulting in a certificate, diploma, or license.

API will consider awarding credit for proficiency based on examination, such as the GED or CLEP programs.

Attendance

Servicemembers are required to attend every class unless official military duties require otherwise. A maximum of 25% of the class sessions may be missed. The Base/Post Education Office is required to report absences and tardiness to your command.

As specified in the contract, students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of each class and show satisfactory progress through course material.

Methodology

Modules

The courses have been divided into individual modules of study to assist in student mastery of the material.
Modules have been divided into specific lessons and learning objectives.
Students who feel they have mastered the module lessons and objectives may take a posttest to demonstrate mastery.
The progress of a student through the course is self-paced.
Students are requested to score their own responses to self-assessment questions with provided answer keys.
Answer keys are for everyone's use and may not be taken from the classroom.
Students may check out up to two (2) modules for additional study at home.
Please leave the last module in the cabinet for other students' in-class use.
Please return checked out material at the next class session.
Students should not mark in the individual modules.

Reference Materials

Additional reference materials are available to assist the student.
Reference materials may not be checked out.

Testing

Students must receive at least 80% to pass a test.
Students who do not pass a test may take a second test after additional study. If they fail the second test, they may retest again after two weeks.
Course credit may be obtained by challenging a test. A challenge consists of taking the midterm or final for a course. Consult your instructor for more information.

The Instructor

Instructors assist the students in any subject matter and provide a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
The instructor's responsibility is to facilitate this learning process for the success of the student.

The Student

Complete all course requirements.
Score 12.9 on TABE form 6A after completing required coursework.
Complete a resume and job interview by completing modules 8 and 9 of COMM 324.

API Adult High School Curriculum Requirements
	Communications	4.0
	Mathematics	3.0
	Social Studies	3.5
	Economics	0.5
	Science (1 lab)	2.0
	Health	0.5
	Speech	0.5
	Computers	1.0
	Physical Education	1.5
	Electives	5.5
	Total Credits	22.0

API Adult High School Curriculum Course Descriptions

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Last updated or reviewed on March 25, 2008