NC STANDARD COURSE OF STUDY, K-12

North Carolina established a Standard Course of Study in 1898 as an attempt at determining competencies for each grade level and each high school course, with a rigorous set of academic standards that is uniform across the state. Based on a philosophy of teaching and learning that is consistent with current research, exemplary practices, and national standards, North Carolina educators seek to provide the most appropriate education possible for the diverse learners in the public schools of the state in order to prepare all students to become successful, contributing members of a 21 st century society and global economy.

The Standard Course of Study includes the curriculum that should be made available to every child in North Carolina's public schools. Many public schools in the state presently offer an even more comprehensive curriculum. Therefore, in some curriculum areas, electives were also included. The Standard Course of Study is part of the Department of Public Education's continual improvement efforts. The curriculum will be revised on a regular basis to remain consistent with the changing needs of our nation, state, and local communities.

• Foreword
• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• Graduation Requirements
• North Carolina Academic Scholars Program

CURRICULUM AREA

• Arts Education
• Primary Education
• English as a Second Language
• English Language Arts
• Guidance
• Healthful Living
• Information and Technology Skills
• Mathematics
• World Languages
• Science
• Social Studies
• Career Technical Education

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• Occupational Course of Study
  The Occupational Course of Study is one of four courses of study a student with disabilities may complete to graduate with a high school diploma in North Carolina. The Occupational Course of Study is intended to meet the needs of a small group of students with disabilities who require a greatly modified curriculum that focuses on post-school employment and independent living.
  
  
• Extended Content Standards
  The Extended Content Standards are intended for students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities. These standards provide linkage to the Standard Course of Study. The extended standards lead to a certificate of completion rather than a high school diploma.
  
  
• North Carolina Academic Scholars Program
  Information regarding challenging high school programs
  
  
• UNC Minimum Course Requirements
  
  
• NC Course of Study Graduation Requirements