ARM 24.121.610. GRANTING EXCEPTION TO HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY

(1) Exceptions to providing a high school diploma or equivalency recognized by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction at the Office of Public Instruction (OPI) pursuant to 37-31-304, MCA, may be made upon the following documentation: (a) high school transcripts with graduation date; (b) college, university, or vocational-technical school diploma or transcripts with graduation date; (c) diploma from an Associates, Bachelors, or higher degree; (d) diploma or transcripts from a home school program; (e) proof of service in the armed forces, such as a copy of DD214, indicating high school equivalency; (f) original verification/letter from high school or alterative school sent directly from the school to the board office indicating completion through grade 12; or (g) by submitting a request in writing and any experience or documentation to support the applicant that meets the intent of the requirement such as, but not limited to: (i) adult education courses completed; (ii) college or university courses completed; (iii) work experience; and (iv) previous licensure in this or other jurisdictions.