The Credentials Review Committee is comprised of public, private, and education industry professionals appointed by the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors. The committee drives Florida’s economic growth by identifying and promoting valuable credentials that meet the evolving demands of industry, leading to meaningful employment opportunities for job seekers.
Florida Credentials Review Committee
Overview of Duties & Resources
The Credentials Review Committee, created by the 2021 Reimagining Education and Career Help (REACH) Act, plays a crucial role in shaping Florida’s workforce development.
Define and Evaluate Credentials of Value
The committee sets criteria to identify valuable credentials that align with the needs of Florida’s job market. These criteria, known as the Framework of Quality, include degree and non-degree programs that prepare individuals for high-demand careers and ensure they achieve meaningful employment and competitive wages.
Establish Review and Approval Processes
The committee conducts reviews of credential applications on a quarterly basis, adding approved ones to the Master Credentials List. They also perform an annual review to ensure the list remains up-to-date and relevant, removing any credentials that no longer meet quality standards.
Link Education to Occupations
The committee connects educational programs (CIP codes) and industry certifications (CERT codes) to specific occupations (SOC codes). This helps individuals find the right programs to pursue their desired careers, ensuring education aligns with job market needs.
Data-Driven Decision-Making
The committee utilizes comprehensive data collection and evaluation to ensure credentialing decisions are evidence-based. This data-driven approach informs the development of funding formulas that incentivize educational institutions to focus on programs with high job placement rates and strong wage outcomes.
Committee Members
The members of the Credentials Review Committee include private and public sector leaders in business, workforce development, education and government.
Director of the Office of Reimagining Education and Career Help, Executive Office of the Governor
Director of Human Resources, B&I Contractors
President and CEO, Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida
Vice President of Human Resource Operations, Health First
Chancellor, Florida Department of Education Division of K-12 Public Schools
Chief of Staff, Florida Department of Commerce
CEO, FloridaMakes
Business Partner, Equipment Control Technology
Director of External Affairs, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Vice President of Aerospace Talent Development, PTX Engineering Services
Executive Director, CareerSource North Florida
Chancellor, Florida College System
Chief Administrative and Financial Officer, Full Sail University
Chancellor, Florida Department of Education Division of Career and Adult Education
Chancellor, State University System of Florida
CEO, Florida Technology Council
Deputy Secretary, Florida Department of Commerce