Tennessee Promoted Student Industry Credentials
Industry credentials (IC) are earned through secondary and postsecondary career and technical education programs and courses. High school students are encouraged to focus their elective credits on robust, career-aligned learning pathways. Robust learning pathways should culminate with the achievement of nationally recognized industry credentials, meaningful work based learning experiences, and/or attainment of postsecondary credit hours through early postsecondary opportunities. As it pertains to industry credentials, all department-promoted credentials are aligned with postsecondary and employment opportunities and with the competencies and skills that students should have acquired through their chosen programs of study.
| 2020-23 Tennessee Student Industry Credentials | ||||
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| Credential | Program(s) of Study | Tier | ||
| *4ACT (Animal Care Technologies) for Veterinary Assisting w/ certification | Veterinary & Animal Science | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - After Effects | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - Animate | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - Dreamweaver | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - Illustrator | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - InDesign | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - Photoshop | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| Adobe Certified Associate - Premier Pro | Digital Arts & Design | Preferred | ||
| *Adult, Infant, and Child CPR/AED/First Aid | Early Childhood Education Careers (PreK-4) | Recognized | ||
| AMSA Culinary Meat Selection & Cookery Certification | Food Science Culinary Arts |
Recognized | ||
| AMSA Food Safety & Science Certification | Food Science Culinary Arts |
Valued | ||
| AMSA Meat Evaluation Certification | Food Science Culinary Arts |
Valued | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in Cloud Security | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in Cybersecurity Strategy and Implementation (Note: Teacher must be ISC2 certified) | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in Healthcare Security & Privacy | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in IT/ICT Security Administration | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in Secure Software Life Cycle Professional | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| Associate of ISC2 in Security Assessment and Authorization | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| AutoCAD Certified User | Architectural & Engineering Design | Valued | ||
| Autodesk Fusion360 Certified User | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
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Technology, Engineering,BioSTEM, Advanced STEM Applications | Valued | ||
| *Autodesk Revit Certified User | Architectural & Engineering Design | Valued | ||
| Automotive Service Excellence Entry-Level Certification: Maintenance and Light Repair Certification | Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair | Preferred | ||
| Automotive Service Excellence Entry-Level Certification: Nonstructural Analysis/Repair | Automotive Collision Repair | Valued | ||
| Automotive Service Excellence Entry-Level Certification: Painting and Refinishing | Automotive Collision Repair | Valued | ||
| AWS Certified Welder | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, Welding |
Preferred | ||
| AWS Sense Advanced | Welding | Preferred | ||
| AWS Sense Entry-Level | Welding | Valued | ||
| BASF Plant Science Certification | Horticulture Science | Preferred | ||
| Benz School of Floral Design Principles of Floral Design Certification | Horticulture Science | Recognized | ||
| Briggs and Stratton Basic Small Engine Certification | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies | Valued | ||
| Briggs and Stratton Master Service Technician | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies | Preferred | ||
| CDA - Child Development Associate | Early Childhood Education Careers | Preferred | ||
| Center for Financial Responsibility Personal Financial Literacy Certification | Agribusiness Accounting Banking & Finance |
Valued | ||
| Certified Clinical Medical Assistant | Therapeutic Services | Preferred | ||
| Certified Dental Assistant | Therapeutic Services | Preferred | ||
| Certified EKG Technician | Diagnostic Services | Preferred | ||
Dietetics and Nutrition |
Preferred |
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| Certified Fundamentals Cook (CFC) | Culinary Arts | Preferred | ||
| Certified Hospitality & Tourism Professional | Hospitality & Tourism Management | Preferred | ||
| *Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) | Supply Chain Management | Preferred | ||
| Certified Logistics Technician | Supply Chain Management | Valued | ||
| Certified Nursing Assistant | Nursing Services | Preferred | ||
| Certified Patient Care Technician | Nursing Services | Preferred | ||
| Certified Personal Trainer | Sport and Human Performance | Preferred | ||
| Certified Pharmacy Technician | Therapeutic Services | Preferred | ||
| Certified Production Technician 4.0 (CPT 4.0) | Machining Technology | Preferred | ||
| Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) Academic | Architectural & Engineering Design, Advanced STEM Applications,BioSTEM,EngineeringTechnology | Preferred | ||
| Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| CIW Advanced HTML5/CSS3 | Coding, Web Design | Preferred | ||
| CIW JavaScript Specialist | Web Design, Coding, | Valued | ||
| CIW Network Technology Associate | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
| CIW Site Development Associate | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
| CIW Web Design Specialist | Web Design | Preferred | ||
| CIW Web Foundation | Coding, Web Design | Preferred | ||
| CIW Web Security Associate | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
| Commercial Applicators Certification – C03 Ornamental and Turf | Horticulture Science | Preferred | ||
| CompTIA A+ | Cybersecurity, Networking Systems, Cybersecurity, | Preferred | ||
| CompTIA IT Fundamentals | Web Design, Cybersecurity, Coding, Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| CompTIA Network + | Cybersecurity, Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| CompTIA Security + | Cybersecurity | Preferred | ||
| C-Tech Network Cabling Fiber Based Systems | Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| C-Tech Network Cabling - Cooper Based Systems | Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| C-Tech Telecommunication Technologies | Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| Dremel - Idea Builder 3D Printing | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
| Dremel - LC40 Laser Cutter | Networking Systems | Recognized | ||
| Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification | Environmental and Natural Resource Management, | Valued | ||
| *Education Fundamentals | Teaching as a Profession (TAP) | Recognized | ||
| EETC Principles of Small Engine Technology Certification | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies | Valued | ||
| Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification | Veterinary and Animal Science | Preferred | ||
| Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications Certification | Veterinary and Animal Science | Preferred | ||
| Emergency Medical Responder (First Responder) | Emergency Services | Preferred | ||
| EPA Section 608 | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| ETA Customer Service Specialist | MEP Systems, Electromechanical Technology | Valued | ||
| ETA Electroncics Module 1 DC (EM1) | MEP Systems, Electromechanical Technology | Valued | ||
| Express Employment Professionals Business Office Technology Certification | Business Management Office Management |
Valued | ||
| FAA Part 107 | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, Aviation, Environmental and Natural Resource Management, Horticulture Science, Veterinary and Animal Science Criminal Justice |
Preferred | ||
| FANUC Robotics | Mechatronics, Technology | Preferred | ||
| *Green Awareness | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| Google Suite (G-Suite) (will not be offered after Dec. 31, 2020) | Business Management Health Service Admin Human Resources Management Office Management Banking & Finance Marketing Management Entrepreneurship |
Valued | ||
| Hair Braider Registration | Cosmetology | Preferred | ||
| Home Builders Institute Pre-Apprentice Certificate Training (HBI-PACT) | MEP Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction, Structural Systems | Preferred | ||
| Hootsuite Platform Certification | Marketing Management Entrepreneurship |
Valued | ||
| Hootsuite Social Marketing Certification | Marketing Management Entrepreneurship |
Valued | ||
| HVAC Excellence Employment Ready Certifications | MEP Systems | Valued | ||
| HVAC Excellence, Heating, Electrical, Air Conditioning Technology (HEAT) | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| ICAR Non-Structural Technician ProLevel 1 | Automotive Collision Repair | Valued | ||
| ICAR Refinish Technician ProLevel 1 | Automotive Collision Repair | Valued | ||
| Intuit QuickBooks Certified User | Accounting | Preferred | ||
| IS-0703.B: NIMS Resource Management | Emergency Services Fire Management Services |
Recognized | ||
| IS-100.C : Introduction to the Incident Command System | Emergency Services Fire Management Services |
Recognized | ||
| IS-200.C: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response | Emergency Services Fire Management Services |
Recognized | ||
| IS-5.A: An Introduction to Hazardous Materials | Emergency Services Fire Management Services |
Recognized | ||
| Microsoft Office Specialist Certification | Office Management Marketing Management Entrepreneurship |
Preferred | ||
| Microsoft Technology Associate 98-381: Introduction to Programming | Coding | Recognized | ||
| Microsoft Technology Associate Software Development Fundamentals | Networking Systems | Preferred | ||
| MOS Access Expert Certification | Office Management | Preferred | ||
| MOS Excel Associate Certification | Office Management Business Management Supply Chain Management Marketing Management Entrepreneurship Accounting Banking & Finance |
Valued | ||
| MOS Excel Expert Certification | Office Management Business Management Supply Chain Management Marketing Management Entrepreneurship Accounting Banking & Finance |
Preferred | ||
| MOS OneNote Certification | Office Management | Valued | ||
| MOS Outlook Associate Certification | Office Management | Valued | ||
| MOS PowerPoint Associate Certification | Office Management | Valued | ||
| MOS Word Associate Certification | Office Management | Valued | ||
| MOS Word Expert Certification | Office Management | Preferred | ||
| Natural Hair Stylist License | Cosmetololgy | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Festo Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Fundamentals | Mechatronics | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Electricity - AC/DC | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Fluid Power - Hydraulics | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Fluid Power - Pneumatics | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Industry 4.0 | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Mechanical Systems | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of PLC / Allen Bradley and Siemens | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Fundamentals of Robotics | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Festo Introduction to Mechatronics | Mechatronics | Valued | ||
| NC3 Greenlee 3-Phase Sequencing and Motor Rotation | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Advanced Conduit Bending | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Basic Conduit Bending | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Electrical Branch/Series & Service Level Wire Termination | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Fishing Conduits/ Raceways and Cable Pulling | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Hand Bending | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Insulation and Ground Rod Resistance Testing | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Greenlee Wire Pathways | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Lincoln Electric - Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) Level I | Welding | Valued | ||
| NC3 Lincoln Electric - Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) Level I | Welding | Valued | ||
| NC3 Lincoln Electric - Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) Level I | Welding | Valued | ||
| NC3 Lincoln Electric - Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Level I | Welding | Valued | ||
| NC3 Lincoln Electric - Welding Safety | Welding | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Snap-On Battery Starting and Charging | Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Snap-On Electronic and Mechanical Torque | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair, Electromechanical Technology, MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Snap-On Multimeter Certification | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Technology, MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Snap-On Precision Measurements Instruments Certification | Agricultural Engineering and Applied Technologies, Welding, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Technology, Machining Technology, Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair, MEP Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction, Structural Systems |
Preferred | ||
| NC3 Snap-On TPMS Certification | Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair, Automotive Collision Repair | Recognized | ||
| NC3 Trane Building Automation Systems | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Trane Residential HVAC - Airflow | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Trane Residential HVAC - Air-to-Air Heat Pumps | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Trane Residential HVAC - Refrigeration Diagnostics | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NC3 Trane Residential HVAC - Variable Speed Motors | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NCCER Carpentry Level One | Structural Systems | Preferred | ||
| NCCER Carpentry Level Two | Structural Systems | Preferred | ||
| NCCER Construction Technology | Residential & Commercial Construction | Valued | ||
| NCCER Core Curriculum | Welding, MEP Systems, Structural Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction | Valued | ||
| NCCER Electrical Level One | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| *NCCER Fall Protection Orientation | Welding, MEP Systems, Structural Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction | Recognized | ||
| *NCCER HVAC Level One | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| *NCCER HVAC Level Two | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| NCCER Plumbing Level One | MEP Systems | Preferred | ||
| *NCCER Welding Level One | Welding | Preferred | ||
| *NCCER Welding Level Two | Welding | Preferred | ||
| NCLCA Principles of Livestock Selection & Evaluation Certification | Veterinary and Animal Science | Valued | ||
| NHJTCA Equine Management & Evaluation Certification | Veterinary and Animal Science | Valued | ||
| NIMS Machining Level I - Measurement, Materials, and Safety Certifications | Machining Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Welding | Valued | ||
| OSHA 10 Construction | MEP Systems, Structural Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction | Recognized | ||
| OSHA 10 General Industry | ALL | Recognized | ||
| OSHA 30 Construction | MEP Systems, Structural Systems, Residential & Commercial Construction | Recognized | ||
| OSHA 30 General Industry | ALL | Recognized | ||
| *ParaPro Assessment | Teaching as a Profession (TAP) | Recognized | ||
| Physical Therapist Aide | Sport & Human Performance | Preferred | ||
| Registered Behavior Technician | Human and Social Sciences | Preferred | ||
| *ServSafe Food Handler | Dietetics and Nutrition | Preferred | ||
| ServSafe Manager Certification | Culinary Arts | Preferred | ||
| Siemens Level 1 Certified Mechatronic System Assistant | Mechatronics | Preferred | ||
| Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) Certified Industry 4.0 Associate | Mechatronics | Recognized | ||
| Southwest Airlines Professional Communications Certification | Agribusiness Human Resources Management |
Valued | ||
| *TECTA High School Equivalency Center-based Orientation Certificate | Early Childhood Education Careers (PreK-4) | Valued | ||
| Tennessee Specific Industry Certification - Animal Science | Veterinary and Animal Science | Preferred | ||
| Tennessee Specific Industry Certification - Horticulture | Horticulture Science | Preferred | ||
| Tennessee Specific Industry Certification - Human and Social Science | Human and Social Sciences | Preferred | ||
| Tennessee Specific Industry Certification -Dietetics and Nutrition | Dietetics and Nutrition | Preferred | ||
| TN Board of Cosmetology & Barbering - TN Cosmetology 1010 | Cosmetology | Preferred | ||
| TN Board of Cosmetology & Barbering - TN Master Barber 1010 | Barbering | Preferred | ||
| Unarmed Security Guard | Criminal Justice & Correction Services | Preferred | ||
| Universal R - 410A | MEP Systems | Recognized | ||
*Indicates new industry credential approved for 2022-23.