High School Credits

The External Credentials Program (ECP) gives students in grade 10, 11 and 12 the opportunity to earn graduation credits for sport learning through approved industrial and occupational courses.

Students who have completed one or more of the following programs are eligible to receive graduation credits. These credits are Electives and do not replace PE classes. Students must complete all of the levels for the Grade credits they require. The Jump components of any level must be completed.

Students are expected to keep a logbook detailing their activities preparing for  Rider level testing. The logbook will be submitted to HCBC as proof of the student meeting the minimum 100 hours spent actively studying, riding, and preparing for each rider level. Use your own logbook or download a  Sample Logbook

  • English Rider Preparation 1, 2 of the 1-8 program (2 Grade 10 credits)
  • English Rider Preparation 3-6 of the 1-8 program (4 Grade 11 credits)
  • English Rider Preparation 7,8 of the 1-8 program (4 Grade 12 credits)
  • Western Rider Preparation 1 (2 Grade 10 credits)
  • Western Rider Preparation 2 (2 Grade 10 credits)
  • Western Rider Preparation 3 (4 Grade 11 credits)
  • Western Rider Preparation 4 (4 Grade 12 credits)
  • Vault Development Level 3B (4 Grade 10 Credits)

The Ministry of Education is responsible for the External Credentials program and the review of the programs is monitored by the Sport Branch of the Ministry of Tourism, Sport and the Arts.

HOW TO EARN ELECTIVE CREDITS

  1. Obtain the appropriate Rider Level with an Equestrian Canada Certified Coach.
  2. Submit a log book showing proof of preparation and study
  3. Contact [email protected] for a confirmation letter
  4. Provide the confirmation of course completion to your school counsellor.

HOW TO EARN EXTERNAL SPORT CREDITS

External Sport credits are awarded to BC High School students who:

  1. Compete on a Zone team for the BC Summer Games  (4 grade 10 credits)
  2. Compete on a Provincial Team for the North American Young Riders Championships (4 Grade 12 credits)

Students should request a letter from Horse Council BC to confirm participation, the student will take the letter to their school to receive the credits.

For more information, visit the Ministry of Education website.

Learn more about the Rider Preparation Programs.

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