Credential Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

Credential Version

Starting with SY 26-27, for credentials offered through Certiport, NCDPI will only recognize the three most current versions as of August of the current school year.
These credentials are indicated by two asterisks in the Validation Artifact field of the Credential Information.

NC NCCER - Carpentry I

Credential Name	NC NCCER - Carpentry I
Credential Vendor Info	National Center for Construction (NCCER) Nicole Kitler Senior Workforce Development Manager nkitler@nccer.org 386.519.6500 X6922 Pearson (for purchasing textbooks and NCCERconnect) Regina P. Forbes, Executive Director, NCCER Programs regina.forbes@pearson.com 813.951.6390
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	Yes
Diploma Endorsement	IC21 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Exported spreadsheet from NCCER account portal Reports > Module Completions
Credential Lead Consultant	Nolan Fahrer nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov
Course Code and Title	IC21 Carpentry I
Credential as POL	IC21 POL = Yes NC NCCER - Carpentry I MUST PASS ALL Module Tests with 70 or higher AND meet Performance Evaluation requirement (where required)
Pathway(s)	Carpentry (CARP)
Cost of Instructor Training	$385.00 NCDPI Partnered Master Trainer (virtual live) OR $199.00 NCCER program personnel training (virtual live + LMS training)
Instructor Training Requirements	Required NCCER Instructor Certified Training Program (ICTP) for Craft Professionals (qualification for instructor certification requires documented work experience related to the specific craft(s) that will be taught)
Exam Voucher Expiration	N/A
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters (51-7011) Carpenters (47-2031) First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011) First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011) Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071)
Articulation	Yes See NC High School to Community College Course Articulation: https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/high-school-to-ncccs-course-articulation/
Sequencing	Yes
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	Online and Performance-based Module tests MET administered/entered online by instructor
Proctored Environment Required	Yes
Proctored Requirements	NCCER Instructor Certified Training Program (ICTP) for Craft Professionals OR NCCER Module Test Proctor Certification for on-line module test ONLY. Proctor cannot conduct Performance Profile Evaluation requirement.
Test Site Options and Requirements	NCCER Registered Training Program accreditation
Testing Environment Requirements	Computer with internet access to administer on-line module test and appropriate facilities and equipment for students to complete Performance Profile Evaluation requirement
Exam Time Allotment	For each tethered credential: Written module test = 30 minutes Performance Profile Evaluation (skills checkoffs) = determined by instructor
Exam Passing Requirement	For each tethered credential: Written module test 70% or higher plus meeting all task requirements on the Performance Profile Evaluation
Retakes	Yes After two days
Student Accommodations	Yes Page 29 on the NCCER Accreditation Standards for Training https://nccer.my.salesforce.com/sfc/p/f4000004kjzE/a/5G000000xvji/lsUuzumLxLKWx9tCVapAq910Uw7aTxCRwOb28qpU4Sk NCCER Testing Policy FAQs (refer to training program specific information) https://nccer.my.site.com/Support/s/article/TestingFAQs
Multilingual Resources*	No For consistency and quality, the NCCER translated curriculum and credentials are not equivalent to NCDPI construction course standards and will not map to NCCTE Admin.
Directory Notes	All instructors are required to use the NCCER account portal to administer written module tests and to submit Performance Profile Evaluations. To generate the validation artifact, the instructor should export a spreadsheet from the NCCER Instructor User Account Portal via "Reports">"Module Completions". To view the list of tethered credentials, refer to the course standards.

OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health

Credential Name	OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health
Credential Vendor Info	CareerSafe Ryan Perkins Account Manager ryan.perkins@careersafeonline.com 623.703.4581 OSHA Credentials can be awarded by any OSHA-Authorized Training Provider. Find a Trainer: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/find-a-trainer
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	IC11 = Yes IC21 = Yes IC41 = Yes IK81 = Yes IK96 = Yes IL53 = Yes IM21 = Yes IM61 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Copy of certificate OR Pocket card
Credential Lead Consultant	Nolan Fahrer nolan.fahrer@dpi.nc.gov
Course Code and Title	IC11 Masonry I Honors IC21 Carpentry I IC41 Electrical Trades I Honors IK81 BOAT I: Building on a Tradition (LCO) IK96 Advanced Manufacturing I SACA/MSSC Honors (LCO) IL53 Marine Occupations I (LCO) IM21 Woodworking I IM61 Welding Technology I Honors
Credential as POL	IC11 POL = No IC21 POL = No IC41 POL = No IK81 POL = No IK96 POL = No IL53 POL = No IM21 POL = No IM61 POL = No
Pathway(s)	Advanced Manufacturing (ADMA)^ Carpentry (CARP) Electrical Trades (ELTR) Marine Construction (MACO)^ Marine Occupations (MAOC)^ Masonry (MASO) Welding (WELD) Woodworking (WOWO) Construction Technologies (COTE)^ HVACR (HVAC) Plumbing (PLUM) Solar Photovoltaics (SOLR)
Cost of Instructor Training	N/A
Instructor Training Requirements	None
Exam Voucher Expiration	For an enrolled student: 180 days Unused seat: 1 year
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime The recommendation is to take OSHA safety training every four to five years to stay updated with the latest safety regulations and industry practices. For complete training guidelines, the recommendation is for workers to consult with local regulatory authorities.
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Agricultural Technicians (19-4012) Biological Technicians (19-4021) Brickmasons and Blockmasons (47-2021) Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters (51-7011) Calibration Technologists and Technicians (17-3028) Carpenters (47-2031) Conservation Scientists (19-1031) Construction and Building Inspectors (47-4011) Construction Managers (11-9021) Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door (49-9012) Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023) Electricians (47-2111) Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024) Facilities Managers (11-3013) First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers (47-1011) First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers (51-1011) Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles (47-2042) Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (51-4022) Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3026) Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041) Maintenance and Repair Workers, General (49-9071) Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3027) Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines (49-3042) Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians (49-3051) Natural Sciences Managers (11-9121) Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics (49-3053) Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers (49-2098) Signal and Track Switch Repairers (49-9097) Stonemasons (47-2022) Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters (51-2041) Tile and Stone Setters (47-2044) Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121) Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders (51-4122) Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists (19-1023)
Articulation	Yes See NC High School to Community College Course Articulation: https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/high-school-to-ncccs-course-articulation/
Sequencing	No
Employer Transferability	Yes The credential stays with the employee.
Delivery Format	Online
Proctored Environment Required	No
Proctored Requirements	N/A
Test Site Options and Requirements	Computer with website access
Testing Environment Requirements	N/A
Exam Time Allotment	Each topic contains a brief assessment, which must be successfully completed before the topic is marked complete. Once all topics have been viewed and the corresponding assessments are passed, there is a comprehensive final assessment. Students must complete all required course material including the course survey within six months to receive the credential.
Exam Passing Requirement	70% or higher on the quizzes and final exam. The online report field "completed" indicates passing.
Retakes	Yes Retakes are available within six months of enrollment. Students must pass the final assessment with a 70% score or higher within three attempts. If a student does not pass, he or she will be given one course reset and must start from the beginning.
Student Accommodations	Yes Optional read-aloud and captions are available for each course. All requirements of an IEP can be accommodated as written in the plan.
Multilingual Resources*	Yes Spanish resources are available for OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry certification. https://campus.careersafeonline.com/wbtClass_info.k2?wbtClassID=483
Directory Notes	None

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.

Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.

Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.

Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.