JA Essential Work Skills Credential

JA Essential Work Skills Credential allows young people to gain new skills and competencies, test their abilities, and earn micro-credentials that validate they have the essential skills required to excel in the workplace. It opens up a world of boundless possibilities no matter what degree or career they choose to pursue.

After Earning the JA Essential Work Skills Credential:

JA of Central Iowa works to bridge the gap between the corporate world and the students of Central Iowa. By earning the JA Essential Work Skills Credential, JA and it's partnering companies will offer students opportunities such as internships.

Benefits of The JA Essential Work Skills Credential:

Students: The JA Essential Work Skills Credential helps students work towards individual goals and give them opportunities to develop skills, behaviors and attitudes required in the workplace, postsecondary education, and in life.
Educators: The JA Essential Work Skills Credential helps educators by aligning to state standards and helping ensure that students are progressing to mastery.
Employers: The JA Essential Work Skills Credential offers employers performance based proof that students have acquired the transferable skills and behaviors required for workplace success.