Employers of all industries and sizes routinely require applicants to have a minimum level of education and experience for job openings. A common requirement is a high school diploma to qualify for consideration. A recent letter from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) calls this practice into question.
On December 2, 2011, the EEOC posted to its website an “informal discussion letter” addressing the issue of individuals who are unable to earn a high school diploma because of learning disabilities, and as result, may be ineligible for jobs requiring a high school education.
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