AL SB176

Creates the Alabama Career RoadMap Act requiring the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) to develop a workforce exploration module of at least 10 hours of instruction emphasizing skilled career pathways.

Makes module completion mandatory for high school graduation beginning with the 2028-2029 graduating class, with ACCS providing the module to all local boards of education starting in the 2025-2026 school year.

Requires each high school student to complete at least one Career RoadMap Postsecondary Opportunity (such as dual enrollment courses, career readiness courses, or accelerated learning opportunities) as a prerequisite to receiving a high school diploma beginning with the 2028-2029 graduating class.

Students completing the module receive a credential at no cost from their local community college; State Board of Education may exempt students with individualized education programs (IEPs) for whom completion would be overly burdensome.

Requires local boards of education to collaborate with local community colleges, adopt policies on available opportunities, and allow community college personnel in classrooms (subject to criminal background checks and sex offender registration restrictions).