DESE-Approved IRC, Stackable Credential, and TSA List

• New System Guidance - DESE-Approved IRC, Stackable Credential, and TSA Guidance Document (11/4/2025)
  • The local education agency must use this document for students graduating in 2029.
• Previous System Guidance - DESE-Approved IRC, Stackable Credential, and TSA Guidance Document (11/4/2025)
  • The local education agency may use this document or the new system guidance for students graduating in 2026, 2027, or 2028.

Industry-Recognized Credential (IRC) and Stackable Credential Applications

Only Missouri local education agency administrators can submit an application for consideration. 

• IRC Application 2026 (opens May 1 and closes May 31)
• Date Change for 2027: The 2027 IRC application will open April 1 and close April 30.

IRC RESOURCES

• 2026 IRC Application Questions (subject to change)
• The Missouri DESE-Approved Industry-Recognized Credentials Revamp
• IRC Rubric: This rubric will be used in the review process for all industry credentials submitted for recommendation to be added to the DESE-Approved Industry-Recognized Credentials (IRC) list. Based on points earned, each industry credential will be recognized as a stand-alone IRC or combined to equal a stand-alone IRC. (updated 3/19/2026)
• Core Data and MOSIS Reference Manual

Contact Lori Brown at 573-526-4900 should you have any questions.