In SC, 67% of working age individuals with disabilities are unemployed.
Employers
Why Hire Completers of the Employability Credential?
Students in South Carolina exiting high school with the Employability Credential are equipped with job ready skills and a desire to be successful in life.
Student Success
Learn about Morgan and Savana to see the tremendous impact the Employability Credential has had on the outcomes of students.
Employer Perspective
Linda is the owner of Bruster’s Ice Cream and she shares her experience hiring, training and working with SC High School Employability Credential Completers!
The Employability Credential helps to ensure that we are working to prepare the entirety of the SC workforce by equipping students with adequate skills.
The SC High School Employability Credential is aligned to a course of study for these students with disabilities whose Individualized Education Program (IEP) team determines this course of study is appropriate.
The Employability Credential is aligned with the Profile of the SC Graduate.
Employability Credential Program Benefits
The state-recognized High School Employability Credential will provide a course of study designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and work ethic needed to succeed in today’s job market.