Section 9. Issuance Of High School Equivalency Credentials

A. Upon successful completion of a high school equivalency credential assessment or program: (1) the qualified high school equivalency publisher or program provider shall issue a transcript to the individual; and (2) the individual shall submit documentation of the successful completion to the program administrator. B. Any individual, whether or not a New Mexico resident, who successfully completes a high school equivalency credential assessment or program and is at least 16 years of age will receive the high school equivalency credential. C. A high school equivalency credential issued after successful completion of a high school equivalency credential assessment or program shall be equivalent to a high school diploma or a New Mexico diploma of excellence issued by a school district pursuant to Section 22-13-1.1 NMSA 1978.