ACT® WorkKeys® Curriculum, powered by Mastery Prep

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What is WorkKeys Curriculum

The WorkKeys curriculum is a proven online learning solution designed to help individuals build the foundational workplace skills needed for success. It supports preparation for ACT® WorkKeys® assessments and the ACT® WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC®), focusing on real-world skills employers value most — such as applied math, graphic literacy, and using workplace documents.  

The WorkKeys curriculum is used by: 

  • Educators to strengthen classroom instruction and career readiness. 
  • Employers to upskill their workforce. 
  • Job seekers to prepare for WorkKeys NCRC assessments and improve employability. 

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ANNOUNCEMENT: WorkKeys Curriculum — Partnering with MasteryPrep.

A Stronger Partnership for Better Learning

ACT is proud to announce a new partnership with MasteryPrep to deliver the WorkKeys curriculum on a modern, more powerful platform. This collaboration brings enhanced WorkKeys NCRC-aligned content, WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility, adaptive diagnostics, and robust reporting — while keeping the WorkKeys content you know and trust.

Why This Partnership Matters:

Enhanced WorkKeys NCRC Content

Enhanced WorkKeys NCRC Content: Microvideo lessons, interactive practice sets, and written explanations aligned to WorkKeys Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents assessments. 

Adaptive Learning Paths

Personalized course experiences based on learner level and skill proficiency, powered by enhanced diagnostics. 

Accessible by Design

Browser-based platform aligned to WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines with intuitive reporting and streamlined instructor/admin roles. 

See It in Action 

Discover how the enhanced WorkKeys curriculum supports organizations in delivering career readiness instruction aligned to WorkKeys assessments. 

In a personalized demo, you’ll see how the curriculum helps you: 

  • Build foundational workplace skills, including those aligned to the WorkKeys NCRC assessments. 
  • Personalize instruction with adaptive diagnostics and learning paths. 
  • Support all learners with a WCAG 2.1 AA–aligned, browser-based platform. 
  • Monitor progress using clear, actionable reporting. 

Request a demo to explore how WorkKeys Curriculum fits your classroom or program. 

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WorkKeys Curriculum Features

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ACT WorkKeys Curriculum Courses

WorkKeys Curriculum courses help learners build the foundational skills needed to excel in every type of career, blue collar to white collar. 

WorkKeys NCRC-Aligned Courses

The WorkKeys Curriculum is the only curriculum built from the ground up to align with the ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) Assessments. To earn the WorkKeys NCRC, candidates must successfully complete WorkKeys Assessments in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Documents. 

WorkKeys-Aligned Courses

Beyond courses that align with the WorkKeys NCRC Assessments, WorkKeys-Aligned Courses prepare individuals to take the other WorkKeys Assessments — Applied Technology, Business Writing, and Workplace Observation — to advance their professional development even further.  

Essential Skills Courses

Developing technical skills is crucial for on-the-job success, but the WorkKeys Curriculum goes further by addressing life and employability skills and tools with courses like Working in Teams, Work Discipline, Problem Solving & Critical Thinking, and Financial Awareness. It’s all part of our dedication to help develop a person holistically, not just technically.  

WorkKeys Curriculum FAQs

The WorkKeys curriculum is designed for educational institutions, employers, and workforce development organizations that support career readiness and skill development.

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Individuals cannot enroll directly through ACT. WorkKeys curriculum is available only to organizations such as schools, employers, and workforce agencies.  If you’re an individual interested in WorkKeys, we recommend contacting your employer, school, or local workforce agency to see if they offer access. Locate a Test Center.

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It provides structured lessons, practice questions, and skill-building activities aligned to workplace scenarios. Learners gain confidence in applying math, reading, and problem-solving skills in real-world contexts.

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Yes. The curriculum is aligned to workplace tasks and industry-relevant skills, supporting job readiness and workforce success.

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The ACT® WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC®) is an industry-recognized credential that demonstrates foundational workplace skills. Employers across the United States use it to identify qualified candidates. Some states and schools use it for accountability measures, graduation requirements, and college credit.

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WorkKeys curriculum is designed to align with WorkKeys assessments and allows learners to practice with item banks, take diagnostics to identify skill gaps, follow adaptive learning paths, and engage with microvideo lessons and interactive exercises.

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Yes. In addition to the WorkKeys curriculum, ACT offers several ways for examinees to prepare and improve their scores, including free sample questions and online practice tests for the WorkKeys NCRC assessments

 

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We’ve partnered with MasteryPrep to deliver a more modern, accessible, and engaging experience. Enhancements include:

  • Microvideo lessons and interactive practice.

  • Adaptive learning paths.

  • WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance.

  • Robust reporting and diagnostics.

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All WorkKeys non-NCRC course content remains the same. The enhancement focuses on NCRC-aligned courses (Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, Workplace Documents) for improved alignment and engagement.

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Yes. The platform meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards and works across all modern browsers.

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