Industry-Based Certifications
An Industry-Based Certification (IBC) is a credential that validates an individual's skills and knowledge in a specific field, demonstrating their competency against industry standards.
These certifications are often tied to career clusters or specific occupations, and they are valuable for both high school students and professionals seeking to advance their careers.
Industry-Based Certifications (IBC) are listed by career cluster.
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
- Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification
- Texas State Florists' Association Knowledge Based Floral Certification
Architecture and Construction
- NCCER Core
- Autodesk Associate (Certified User) AutoCAD
Arts, Audio Visual Technology and Communications
- Adobe Certified Associate Premier Pro
- Adobe Certified Associate InDesign
- Adobe Certified Associate Photoshop
- Adobe Certified Associate Illustrator
Business, Marketing, and Finance
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business
- Real Estate Sales Agent License
Education and Training
- Child Development Associate
- Educational Aide I
Health Science
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
- Pharmacy Technician
Hospitality and Tourism
- Texas Food Handler's
- Food Safety and Science Certification
- ServSafe Manager
Human Services
- Cosmetology Operator License (TDLR)
Law and Public Service
- Non-Commissioned Security Officer Level II License
Manufacturing
- NCCER Core
- AWS D9.1 Sheet Metal
Engineering
- Engineering Technology Foundations
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
- ASE Entry-Level Collision | Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair (SR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision | Painting and Refinishing (PR)
- ASE Entry-Level Collision | Structural Analysis and Damage Repair
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Brakes (TB)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Diesel Engine (DE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Electrical/Electronic Systems (TE)
- ASE Entry-Level Medium/Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (TS)
- ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
- ASE Entry-Level Automobile Maintenance and Light Repair (MR)