Updated Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential FAQ

The Department updated the CDOS Frequently Asked Questions document to address changes in regulations, policies, and links to web pages. 

If after reading this guidance document, there are additional questions, please contact the appropriate offices below:  

• Questions regarding graduation requirements: Office of Standards and Instruction at emscgradreq@nysed.gov.   
• Questions regarding Career and Technical Education (CTE) coursework or work-based learning: Office of Career and Technical Education at emsccte@nysed.gov. 
• Questions regarding students with disabilities: Office of Special Education at speced@nysed.gov.