How many content areas are assessed by the KOSSA?

The KOSSA assesses a total of twelve content areas. These areas are designed to align with the skills and knowledge required by employers in various occupational sectors across Kentucky. Each content area focuses on specific competencies that are relevant to particular career paths, ensuring that students are equipped with the practical skills needed for success in the workforce.

Understanding the number of content areas is important for students and educators alike because it gives insight into the breadth of knowledge covered by the assessment. This knowledge helps instructors target their teaching to cover all necessary competencies effectively and enables students to prepare comprehensively for their future careers. Therefore, recognizing that there are twelve distinct areas allows for a structured approach to occupational skills development.