Additional options exist for demonstrating proficiency for Career and Technical Education (CTE) students after attempting the Keystone Exams: 1) Demonstrate evidence of readiness for postsecondary success through the National Occupancy Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI)/National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Skills assessments or Competency Certificates; or 2) Demonstrate competency in standards-based subject matter content through course grades or assessments and share evidence related to postsecondary plans that demonstrate readiness to meaningfully engage in those plans.