Idaho’s Workforce Readiness and Career Technical Education Diploma recognizes students who complete a career technical education (CTE) pathway and demonstrate college and career-readiness.
Students meet graduation requirements while building technical and workplace skills aligned with industry needs.
Key terms
Pathway: A sequence of CTE courses that leads to a capstone course.
Microcredential: A verified demonstration of skill, awarded as a digital badge through SkillStack®.
Industry certification: A credential recognized by business and industry at the local, state or national level.
Why it matters
Earning the diploma helps students:
- Prepare for college and careers
- Earn college credit while in high school
- Explore high-skill, in-demand careers
- Gain real-world experience
- Earn industry-recognized credentials
- Build technical and employability skills
For students
Who is eligible
Students who complete a career technical education pathway are eligible if they:
- Meet all Idaho high school graduation requirements
- Complete a CTE pathway, including a capstone course in grades 11 or 12
- Pass a Technical Skills Assessment
- Pass a Workplace Readiness Assessment
- Demonstrate program competency by earning all required SkillStack microcredentials or an approved industry certification
Additional information
Students may complete more than one pathway, but only one diploma seal is awarded.
For schools and local education agencies
Offer the diploma
School districts are encouraged to offer the diploma to students enrolled in pathway programs.
If your district doesn’t offer a pathway, you can apply to start one. Use the Career Technical Education Program Directory to explore options in your area.
Diploma seals
- Request diploma seals by April 7
- Seals are mailed to districts in April
Reporting requirements
Report the number of diplomas awarded each year by June 30.
Requirements
School districts and career technical centers must follow all eligibility requirements established in Idaho law.