S.C. High School Credential

The SC High School Credential provides a course of study designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and work ethic needed to succeed in today’s job market.  The uniform, state-recognized SC High School Credential is aligned to a newly created course of study for students with disabilities whose Individualized Education Program (IEP) team determines this course of study is appropriate.  The SC High School Credential is not a SC High School Diploma and is not for all students with disabilities.    

24 units of coursework aligned with the SC College-and-Career-Ready Standards

COURSES             UNITS

  ELA           4

        Math           4

  Science       2    

  Social Studies 2     

  Employability Education       4

  PE/Health (or equivalent) 1

  Technology       1

  Electives  6

-AND-

• Career portfolio that includes a multimedia presentation project

• Word readiness assessment results that demonstrate the student is ready for competitive employment

Work-based learning/training that totals at least 360 hours