This document was last revised in 2000 and, while may still be useful in a general sense, should not be depended on for the most up-to-date information concerning ministry policy.

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External Courses

External Courses are credentials and courses developed and/or offered outside the British Columbia school system. Students may earn credit for successfully completing an External Course approved by the ministry and set out in the Graduation Requirements Order. The standards of these courses meet or exceed those of ministry-authorized senior secondary courses.