CAPE - Postsecondary

The Florida Career and Professional Education (CAPE) Act was established to create a statewide planning partnership between business and education communities, with the goal of expanding and retaining high-value industries and sustaining a vibrant state economy. The Act originally focused on industry certification attainment by secondary students.

In 2013, the Legislature expanded the CAPE Act’s scope to include postsecondary students. Previously, the Department maintained separate lists for secondary and postsecondary programs; however, changes to section (s.) 1008.44, Florida Statutes (F.S.), through House Bill 1507, now require a single list and a single rule for CAPE beginning with the 2022–23 school year.

CAPE Industry Certification Funding List

The most recent CAPE Industry Certification Funding List is provided below and includes certifications and certificates eligible for both secondary and postsecondary funding.

• 2025-26 CAPE Funding List (Excel)

CAPE List Eligibility

To be considered for inclusion on the CAPE Industry Certification Funding List, a certification must first be approved on the Master Credentials List (MCL). The MCL is reviewed and approved annually by the Credential Review Committee (CRC).

The most recent approved MCL for 2026-27 is available on the CareerSource Florida Master Credential List.

For more information about the CRC please visit: CareerSource Florida CRC