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Credentials of Value

Credentials of Value

Credentials of Value

"Credential of Value" is Michigan's secondary Perkins V indicator of program quality selected by the Perkins V State Plan Accountability Subcommittee. This indicator is the percentage of CTE concentrators graduating from high school having attained a recognized postsecondary credential.

CTE students who possess a Credential of Value have a competitive advantage over non-credential holders when transitioning to postsecondary training or employment. 

List of All State-Approved CTE Credentials

  • Health Sciences student working in the field

    Employment Advantage

    Employers are more likely to hire a graduate who has already earned a credential, as it validates the skills they have mastered. In some cases, holding a state-approved credential may also provide the student with an opportunity for paid employment prior to graduation. 
  • students entering a college

    Postsecondary Credit Advantage

    State‑approved recognized postsecondary credentials validate the skills and knowledge a student holds and may lead to the awarding of credit, allowing students to bypass courses in which they are already competent.

  • STEM students working on a project.

    High Quality CTE Programs

    High-quality CTE programs use performance data for evaluation, and credential data can be one measure of program improvement. Effective programs of study prepare students for further education and careers while meeting current and future workforce needs.

  • Automotive students working on a car

    Credential Resources