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Indiana Schools Expand Work-Based Learning as Diploma Rules Change
State diploma changes are pushing more schools to add internships and apprenticeships, with some programs requiring 75 to 650 hours of work experience.
Summary
Indiana is expanding workplace learning opportunities for high school students through new graduation requirements that encourage internships, apprenticeships and career-related experience. Starting with the class of 2029, students will be able to earn diploma endorsements by completing work experience hours or college-level coursework. Schools are developing programs to meet the requirements, although transportation, funding and access to employers remain key challenges.