Diploma Requirements: High School Students
Vista Virtual School (VVS) High School students should review the following information to ensure they have the required courses they need to:
– obtain their Alberta High School Diploma
– apply to the post-secondary school of their choice (if applicable)
The first step you should take when academic planning is determine how many credits you currently have and what courses you have already taken. To do this, you need to download a Detailed Academic Report (DAR) from MyPass. To set up MyPass, please visit our MyPass Information page for instructions.
High School Students
Alberta High School Diploma (100 Credits)
Core Requirements
| Required Courses: | Credits: |
|---|---|
| English Language Arts 30-level (30-1 or 30-2) | 5 credits |
| Social Studies 30-level (30-1 or 30-2) | 5 credits |
| Math 20-level (20-1, 20-2 or 20-3) | 5 credits |
| Science 20-level (Science 20, Science 24, Biology 20, Chemistry 20 or Physics 20) | 5 credits |
| Physical Education 10 | 3 credits |
| Career and Life Management | 3 credits |
10 credits in any combination from
| Required Courses: |
|---|
| Career and Technology Studies (CTS) Courses |
| Fine Arts Courses |
| Second Languages Courses |
| Physical Education 20 and/or 30 |
| Registered Apprenticeship Program Courses |
| Locally developed courses in CTS, fine arts, or second languages courses |
10 credits in any 30-level courses (in addition to a 30-level English Language Arts and a 30-level Social Studies Course)
| Required Courses: |
|---|
| 30-Level Locally Developed Courses |
| Advanced Level (3000 Series) in Career and Technology Studies Courses |
| 30-Level Work Experience Courses |
| 30-Level Registered Apprenticeship Program Courses |
| 30-Level Green Certificate Specialization Courses |
| Special Projects 30 |
Additional Resources
Diploma Requirement Checklist: Please review the checklist available in MyPass to ensure you have all of the courses you need.
Class Schedule Examples: Click here to view multiple class schedule examples for graduation created by our academic counsellors.
Cross-Reference Chart: Click here for a list of all current courses offered that meet one or more of the requirements above.
Certificate of High School Achievement and Certificate of School Completion
The Certificate of High School Achievement and Certificate of School Completion cannot be obtained at Vista Virtual School. Please consult your local schools to see if these options are right for you.
Waiving Prerequisites and Retroactive Credits
In certain circumstances, retroactive credits may be awarded and prerequisites may be waived. Please contact one of our Academic Counsellors for more information.
Questions? Talk to Wayne!
Wayne Rufiange for Grades 10-12 working towards a high school diploma
Email: wayne.rufiange@pembinahills.ca
Phone: 1-855-974-5333 x7212
Schedule an appointment: Rufiange Appointment Booking