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Ten Tosa digital skills certifications are recognized on Tennessee's 2026–27 Student Industry Credentials of Value List, giving Tennessee CTE programs a TDOE-aligned way to offer state-recognized, industry-valued digital credentials that are eligible for Perkins V and TISA formula funding. Tosa certifications span the Management & Entrepreneurship; Arts, Entertainment, & Design; Supply Chain & Transportation; Financial Services; and Digital Technology career clusters.
Download the 2026–27 Student Industry Credentials of Value List (XLSX) +"Earned through both secondary and postsecondary CTE programs, industry credentials play a significant role in Tennessee's education landscape. … By earning these credentials, students demonstrate the technical expertise and competencies gained in their CTE programs, positioning themselves for success in an ever-evolving workforce and ongoing postsecondary endeavors."
— Tennessee Department of Education, Future Ready Tennessee
To be considered for approval, a Tennessee Promoted Student Industry Credential must align to at least one TDOE-approved program of study, be industry-recognized and used by employers, be attainable before high school graduation, prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand occupations, and be recognized by employers statewide or nationally.
Student Industry Credentials (Future Ready Tennessee) +
Tennessee's Student Industry Credentials of Value list is open to the following participants:
| Category | Tennessee Eligibility |
|---|---|
| School Types | Tennessee public school districts and eligible CTE programs. The list also covers postsecondary institutions: Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs) and community colleges. |
| Grade Levels | Secondary CTE programs. Selected certifications are also eligible at the TCAT and community college levels. |
| Dual Enrollment | Students enrolled in dual enrollment programs are also eligible to earn approved industry credentials. |
| Credential Timing | Credentials must be earned during the school year in which they are reported. Credentials earned prior to their listed Effective Year do not count toward CCR or the TISA formula. |
Tennessee classifies all approved credentials into three tiers.
Foundational credentials providing basic recognition of skills; the lowest-value tier on the list.
Credentials representing meaningful skills and knowledge valued by employers and industry.
The highest-value credentials, often indicating completion of a program or a required license for employment in certain industries.
The 10 approved Tosa certifications are classified as Tier 2 (Valued) or Tier 3 (Preferred), reflecting their strong industry recognition and alignment with Tennessee CTE programs of study.
The 10 Tosa certifications below are confirmed on the Tennessee Student Industry Credentials of Value list.
| Tosa Certification | Tier | Career Cluster | Suggested Program of Study | Institution Type | Required Level & Min. Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Student Industry Credentials of Value | |||||
| Tosa Google Docs | Tier 2 – Valued | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management | K-12 | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Google Sheets | Tier 2 – Valued | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management | K-12 | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Google Slides | Tier 2 – Valued | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management | K-12 | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Adobe Photoshop | Tier 3 – Preferred | Arts, Entertainment, & Design | Digital Arts & Design | K-12 + Community College | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Adobe Illustrator | Tier 3 – Preferred | Arts, Entertainment, & Design | Digital Arts & Design | K-12 + Community College | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Microsoft Excel | Tier 3 – Preferred | Management & Entrepreneurship; Supply Chain & Transportation; Financial Services | Business Mgmt & Admin; Supply Chain Mgmt; Marketing Mgmt; Entrepreneurship; Accounting; Banking & Finance | K-12 + TCAT + Community College | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Microsoft PowerPoint | Tier 2 – Valued | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management & Administration | K-12 + TCAT + Community College | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Microsoft Word | Tier 3 – Preferred | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management & Administration | K-12 + TCAT + Community College | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa Python | Tier 2 – Valued | Digital Technology | Coding | K-12 | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
| Tosa DigComp | Tier 2 – Valued | Management & Entrepreneurship | Business Management | K-12 | Advanced · min. 726 / 1,000 |
About the required level & score: Tosa certifications are scored on a 1–1,000 adaptive scale. The Advanced level begins at 726/1,000 — Tennessee applies this as the minimum cut score for all Tosa certifications.
Tennessee industry credential attainment feeds into two key state accountability and funding mechanisms. Earning an approved industry credential is one pathway through which students achieve Ready Graduate status under the College and Career Readiness (CCR) indicator.
At the district level, approved credential attainment also generates additional weighted per-pupil funding through the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) formula, creating a tangible financial incentive for districts. At the state level, credential data also informs Perkins V accountability reporting.
| Reporting Element | Tennessee Details |
|---|---|
| Lead Agency | TDOE, Division of Postsecondary, Workforce, CTE, and Military Readiness. Contact: Stephanie Kelly, Director of Credentialing and Postsecondary Success. |
| Submission System | Perkins grant applications are submitted via Tennessee's ePlan system by the end of May for the following school year. |
| What Is Reported | Districts report earned industry credentials through standard Tennessee data reporting processes. The credential must appear on the approved list for the year it was earned and must meet the minimum score threshold. |
| Minimum Score | Students must achieve a minimum score on the Tosa exam. Scores below this threshold do not count toward CCR Ready Graduate status or TISA formula funding. |
| Perkins V Reporting | Tennessee reports CTE concentrator credential attainment under its Perkins V state plan performance indicators, including the credential attainment rate for CTE concentrators. |
⚠ Important: Credentials earned prior to their listed Effective Year on the state list do not count toward CCR or the TISA formula. Districts should verify effective years when reviewing student credential data — for Tosa certifications, the effective year for each credential can be found in the official XLSX list.
TDOE Future Ready Tennessee: futureready.tnedu.gov — Student Industry Credentials
Tennessee industry credential funding is available through both federal (Perkins V) and state (TISA) mechanisms. Vendor selection for credentialing is a Local Education Agency (LEA) decision.
| Funding Source | Tennessee Details |
|---|---|
| Perkins V – Basic Grant | Federal CTE funding under Perkins V available to all eligible CTE programs. May be used for Tosa certification exam purchases, curriculum, and related program costs. Administered through TDOE. |
| Perkins Reserve Grant (PRG) | A competitive federal Perkins V grant in Tennessee, often awarded to rural areas, funding innovative CTE projects and STEM initiatives aligned to high-skill, in-demand jobs. |
| TISA Formula Funding | The Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) formula provides weighted per-pupil funding. Approved industry credential attainment contributes to this formula, generating a direct state funding return for districts supporting Tosa programs. |
| Local District Budget | District CTE budgets and local program funds may also be used to purchase certification exams. Vendor selection is a Local Education Agency (LEA) decision. |
Perkins V information: Tennessee Department of Education — CTE and Perkins V
Empower your students with TDOE-recognized, industry-valued digital credentials that generate TISA formula funding and support Perkins V accountability — 10 certifications covering Google Workspace, Adobe creative applications, Microsoft Office, Python coding, and digital literacy, all requiring a minimum Advanced score (726/1,000).
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