Using Outcomes Data

DACSO Data Use Policy 

This Data Use Policy explains the data access, conditions of use, and pricing policies for the BC Diploma, Associate Degree, and Certificate Student Outcomes (DACSO) Survey. It includes information for third-party data users.

Guide to Working with Outcomes Data

This Outcomes_Data_Users_Guide provides both new and experienced users of outcomes data with helpful hints and important guidelines for using survey data. It presents background material to help users understand and interpret the survey results, and it highlights many of the issues that must be considered to ensure that outcomes information is communicated in an effective and accurate manner.

Glossary of Terms Used in DACSO Publications

This DACSO_Glossary_of_Terms_2009 explains the various terms used in student outcomes publications based on the DACSO survey, prepared by BC Stats. It also provides a table, "CIP Codes Roll-Up to Program Area," which shows the programs, by CIP, that are included in each of 15 program areas.