Michigan HB5648 allows high school students to earn credit for working in certain trade occupations.

Michigan HB5648 amends the state's education law to allow high school students to earn credit for working in a trade occupation. To qualify, students must work full-time in a trade occupation that provides documented training or verifiable skills aligned with recognized career and technical education pathways. The occupation must be verified by the student's school district, intermediate school district, or public school academy. Students must also meet other requirements, such as completing at least 30 hours per week of employment and complying with state and federal workplace safety laws.

Michigan HB5648 allows high school students to earn credit for working in certain trade occupations.

Michigan HB5648 amends the state's education law to allow high school students to earn credit for working in a trade occupation. To qualify, students must work full-time in a trade occupation that provides documented training or verifiable skills aligned with recognized career and technical education pathways. The occupation must be verified by the student's school district, intermediate school district, or public school academy. Students must also meet other requirements, such as completing at least 30 hours per week of employment and complying with state and federal workplace safety laws.