Hi, everyone.  I hope everyone is well, and enjoying spring -- though 
here, today in Woonsocket RI it's snowing if you can believe it...

I am looking for information on adult basic skills certifications, 
particularly those issued by a state-level agency or a consortium.  A 
certification that is recognized as valid and useful by programs, 
colleges, providers, businesses across your state.  Does your state have 
a process for recognizing skill attainment before a secondary credential 
is awarded?  Is it considering one?  If so, what standards are 
included?  What levels of performance are recognized? What assessements 
are being used?

If your state doesn't have such certifications, do you think it would be 
valuable to have them?  If so, I have the same questions as above.  RI 
is considering if and what certifications would benefit our learners as 
they move from our adult ed programs into their next-steps--work, 
college, training, citizenship, and so on.  We'd appreciate your 
guidance, ( and the opportunity to beg, borrow, steal or buy the best 
from the best....)

Thanks for the assist!

Howard D.
Project RIRAL