What is WorkKeys? 

WorkKeys is an ACT assessment which is administered to all North Carolina 12th grade CTE completers.  A CTE completer is a student who has completed a Career Cluster during high school. WorkKeys test measures "real world" skills that are critical to job success.  These skills are essential to any occupation - skilled or professional - at any level of education and in any industry.  CTE Completers take the following three WorkKeys test:

• Applied Math
• Workplace Documents
• Graphic Literacy

By taking the WorkKeys test, students can earn a State Career Readiness Certificate (CRC), as well as a National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC).  CRC's and NCRC's are awarded at four different levels:  bronze, silver, gold and platinum.  

For questions on whether your child is eligible to take the WorkKeys test please contact the school your child attends and speak to the Career Development Coordinator.