Overview
PA Act 158 provides students with multiple pathways to meet statewide graduation requirements. Everfi partners with the Pennsylvania Department of Education to offer the Everfi Employability Skills Credential as an approved artifact under Pathway 5: Evidence‑Based Pathway.
This credential can serve as one of the three pieces of evidence students need in the Evidence‑Based Pathway and qualifies as an Industry‑Based Credential.
About the Employability Skills Credential
The Everfi Employability Skills Credential is a 12‑hour, self‑paced set of digital modules that build real‑world skills aligned to Pennsylvania workforce expectations. Local workforce boards have reviewed and confirmed the relevance of the included learning experiences.
Courses Included in the Credential
This credential incorporates the following Everfi resources:
- EVERFI: Financial Literacy
- Data Science Foundations
- Modern Money
- Endeavor: STEM Career Exploration
- Venture: Entrepreneurial Expedition
For more information about these courses, visit your Teacher Resource Center.
Why This Credential Supports Act 158
The credential aligns with the goals of the Pennsylvania Department of Education by helping students:
- Strengthen career‑ready and problem‑solving skills
- Explore career pathways and workforce expectations
- Practice financial literacy and real‑world decision‑making
- Prepare for post‑graduation opportunities in their local communities
Its Industry‑Based Credential status makes it a qualifying artifact for Pathway 5 under Act 158.
Learn More
If you’d like more information about the Everfi Employability Skills Credential or need help implementing it in your school, contact our Support Team and we’ll be happy to assist.