To align with the State’s Profile of the South Carolina Graduate, the South Carolina High School Credential will assist students in acquiring necessary skills to be successful after high school.
The purpose of the South Carolina High School Credential is to provide job-readiness opportunities for students throughout the state, ensure they have evidence of employability skills, and honor the work they have undertaken in our public schools.
To earn a South Carolina High School Credential, students are required to:
Earn 24 units of credit that include coursework aligned with the South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards.
Obtain work readiness assessment results that demonstrate the student is ready for competitive employment.
Complete a career portfolio that includes a multi-media presentation.
Complete at least 360 hours of work-based learning/training.
The course of study that leads to the South Carolina High School Credential includes:
4 English
4 Math
2 Science
2 Social Studies
4 Employability Education
1 PE / Health (or equivalent)
1 Technology
6 Electives
Watch this awesome video of a student in the Greenville County Schools Employability Credential Program.
Ensuring All Students Are Work Ready!
Will my child get to graduate and walk across the stage? Yes, Yes, Yes They Will!
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