What is 18 Online?
Teachers instructing concurrent enrollment (dual credit) courses are now required by the Higher Learning Commission, the accrediting body for post-secondary educational institutions, to have a master’s degree in the subject matter they are teaching, or to have a master’s degree and 18 graduate credits in the subject matter they are teaching. This important change will ensure teachers are adequately qualified to teach college courses taught in the high schools.
The 18 Online courses are a result of Minnesota House of Representatives bill H.F. 3326 and Senate bill S.F. No. 3062, which appropriated $3 million to provide curriculum development for the Northwest Regional Partnership continuing education program. It’s a collaborative effort between Lake Country Service Cooperative, Northwest Service Cooperative and Minnesota State Moorhead.
The 18 online program gave me the opportunity to climb the salary schedule and pursue an additional degree.
– Joe Conrad, English/Language Arts Teacher
What is the cost for 18 Online courses?
Tuition may vary depending on your location and school district. Many 18 Online students are eligible for tuition support. To check your eligibility status and tuition cost, visit the Cost & Aid page.
If you have questions regarding 18 Online courses, please contact Moorhead Graduate Studies or if you have preapproval or eligibility questions contact Lakes Country Service Cooperative (LCSC).