South Dakota BOR announces final round of Gateway Certificates
PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The South Dakota Board of Regents announced the final round of Gateway Certificates on Wednesday.
The certificates are designed to provide dual credit high school students and public university students a structured pathway into high-demand industries.
The newly announced Gateway Certificates cover four critical career areas:
- Architecture and Construction
- Digital Technology
- Health Sciences
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
“By completing a Gateway Certificate, students gain valuable skills that prepare them for higher education and future employment in South Dakota’s workforce,” said Janice Minder, Board of Regents Vice President for Academics.
Students who complete these certificates will receive college credits and improve their qualifications for university programs and career advancement.
Currently, BOR offers Gateway Certificates in Teaching, Agriculture, Business, and Engineering.
Eligible high school students can apply through the South Dakota High School Dual Credit program, which offers reduced tuition rates and access to courses through the state’s public universities.
If students do not complete the coursework within the Dual Credit program, they can still earn the certificate after enrolling at a BOR university.
For more information on the South Dakota Gateway Certificates, click here.
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