Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Collection

The purpose of the Industry Recognized Credential (IRC) and Work-Based Learning (WBL) files is to assist CDE in determining the eligibility amount for sustain funding per local education provider (LEP). An LEP is eligible for outcomes-based funding for students who, in the preceding budget year, received an industry-recognized credential or successfully satisfied work-based learning requirements as specified by state board rule, per C.R.S. 22-54-205 Sustain funding – rules – repeal. This data will also be used by CDE to calculate the percentage of students who earn a credential that meets the requirements or demonstrate learning through work and learning at work for the modifications to the statewide education accountability system as set by HB 25-1278.