DESE-Approved Industry-Recognized Credentials (IRC)
DESE-Approved IRC, Stackable Credential, and TSA List
DESE-Approved IRC, Stackable Credential, and TSA Guidance Document (9-4-24)
This guidance document provides the list of DESE-approved IRCs, stackable credentials, and technical skills attainment (TSA) assessments. TSAs are no longer reported. Earning an IRC or TSA is one of the requirements of the CTE Certificate.
Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC) and Stackable Credential Applications
The window for submitting an IRC or Stackable Credential application opens May 1 and closes May 31 each year. Only Missouri local education agency administrators can submit an application for consideration.
- IRC/Stackable Application
IRC RESOURCES
- IRC/Stackable Application Questions (subject to change)
- Core Data and MOSIS Reference Manual
- 2024 Application Feedback from IRC Committee (coming soon)
Contact Lori Brown at 573-526-4900 should you have any questions.