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Express Employment Professionals Career Preparedness Certification

Credential Name	Express Employment Professionals Career Preparedness Certification
Credential Vendor Info	iCEV Robin Reiling Certifications and Educational Partnerships Manager robin.reiling@icevonline.com 623-703-4581 https://www.icevonline.com
Implementation Year	Before 2022-2023
Credential Auto Collect	No
Diploma Endorsement	ED45 = Yes
Validation Artifact	Copy of certificate OR digital badge
Credential Lead Consultant	Jim Pressly james.pressly@dpi.nc.gov
Course Code and Title	ED45 Career Management
Credential as POL	ED45 POL = No
Pathway(s)	All pathways
Cost of Instructor Training	$0.00
Instructor Training Requirements	Available No formal instructor training is required. iCEV platform tutorials and guides are available on iCEV's website. Online trainings may be scheduled, and the live chat feature is available Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST. Educators may earn any certiﬁcation free of charge at https://www.icevonline.com/certification-promo.
Exam Voucher Expiration	After one year from purchase date
Credential Lifespan	5 years
Renewal Options	Yes Purchase new voucher to retest
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Career Exploration/Awareness Skills. (N/A)
Articulation	No
Sequencing	No
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	On-line
Proctored Environment Required	Yes
Proctored Requirements	https://www.icevonline.com/proctoring-guidelines
Test Site Options and Requirements	Classroom on computer with proctor. https://www.icevonline.com/proctoring-guidelines
Testing Environment Requirements	https://www.icevonline.com/proctoring-guidelines
Exam Time Allotment	2 hours
Exam Passing Requirement	70% or higher
Retakes	Yes Unlimited: however, each attempt requires a new certiﬁcation voucher.
Student Accommodations	Yes https://www.icevonline.com/accommodations
Multilingual Resources*	Yes Offered in both English and Spanish. Additional accommodations can be requested: https://www.icevonline.com/accommodations
Directory Notes	iCEV offers online comprehensive preparatory materials that prepare individuals for success on the certification exam; however, it is not required to use these materials. This preparatory content includes knowledge checks after each lesson, as well as a final review. A comprehensive study guide detailing the concepts covered within each industry standard is available for those who choose not to use the optional preparatory materials or who choose to use them in a supplementary way.

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.