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1/12/2005
According to a January 10, 2005 Associated Press article, some states are working together to develop a national "work readiness credential" program. As businesses continue to seek ways to better prepare young adults with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace, an assessment-based prototype for the "work readiness credential" is anticipated within the next 15 months. One of the main concerns regarding such a program is whether it would give some students less of an incentive to finish high school. Supporters of the idea contend that the certificate should supplement, not replace, the high school diploma. Having such a certificate would indicated to potential employers that certain "soft" skills, such as the ability to interact with customers and an understanding of the importance of regular attendance, have been learned.
The article is available at the Web site of The Boston Globe.
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