(06/27/2018) Is anyone using the National Student Clearinghouse database able to get information about high school credentials/diploma or measurable skills gains while in high school from the clearinghouse? If yes, how are getting the information? What is in your contract that enables you to get high school information?

Question Submitted by: HarrietAnn Litwin
Organization: Delaware Div. of Vocational Rehabilitation

Responses

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Response From Audrey Merten, Wisconsin VR

Wisconsin’s DVR is in the beginning stages of obtaining National Student Clearing House (NSCH) data; thus far, we’ve received one batch file returned from them via a data-sharing agreement, and we continue to analyze that data. Our Department of Workforce Development is working on a new agreement with NSCH. We were under the impression that NSCH only provides information from postsecondary institutions. We look forward to hearing from other states if, in fact, secondary information is also available.

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Response From  Mitchel Close, South Dakota VR

No, South Dakota VR currently does not get information about HS credentials or MSG in HS from the National Student Clearinghouse. We do currently get postsecondary credential verification from the clearinghouse. I am interested in learning how/if HS records can be obtained from the clearinghouse, though. Thanks!

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Response From Ronald Barcikowski, Oregon VR

Not exactly, I am using the National Student Clearinghouse to obtain information about enrollments for clients who obtained a high school diploma. If they enrolled or obtained a credential while still in the VR program I would probably pick that up as well.

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