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Education Essential Credentials

Essential Safety Credentials

Student Information Management System (SIMS) Code	Credential Name	Issuing Organization
724	Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA 10 General Industry	Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
759*	Bundle First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR, Automated External Defibrillator AED Certifications	American Heart Association
761*	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR Certification	American Red Cross
762*	Bundle First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR, Automated External Defibrillator AED Certifications	American Red Cross
765*	First Aid Certification	American Red Cross
767*	First Aid Certification	Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

*Students are only required to earn First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CPR certifications from one organization.

Essential Credentials by Career Area

Career Area: Early Education and Care

Student Information Management System SIMS Code	Credential Name	Issuing Organization
950	Department of Early Education and Care EEC Infant or Toddler Teacher Certification	Massachusetts Department of Early Education of Care (EEC)
951	Department of Early Education and Care EEC Preschool Teacher Certification	Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)

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Last Updated: August 21, 2026