Credentials of Value

What is a "Credential of Value"?

According to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, credentials of value are quality, affordable credentials that: 

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    Equip recipients for strong career trajectories;

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    Improve their earnings opportunities; and

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    Align with high-demand jobs offered by Texas employers.

Specifically, credentials of value must meet a certain cost-benefit threshold:  

A typical student with that credential must earn enough within 10 years to pay for the cost of their education and surpass the earnings of a typical high school graduate.

 

Miguel Ramos

VC, Instructional SVC (Interim)