AL HB102

Local education agencies must permit high school students to enroll in any dual enrollment course offered by local community colleges or universities that is approved for dual credit by the State Department of Education, upon parent or legal guardian request.

Local education agencies must recognize and award high school credit to students who pass approved dual enrollment courses, though they are not required to incorporate these courses into their standard curriculum.

Students must meet with a school counselor, career coach, or designated employee to evaluate course selections based on college and career interests, and consult with dual enrollment personnel at the higher education institution regarding course relevancy.

Both the local education agency and the community college or university must agree in writing on a student's course selections before the student is registered for dual enrollment courses.

Local education agencies are not financially responsible for dual enrollment participation costs unless otherwise required by state or local law, policy, or agreement; the act becomes effective August 1, 2025.