; (iv) progresses in specificity (beginning with all aspects of an industry or career cluster and leading to more occupation-specific instruction); (v) has multiple entry and exit points that incorporate credentialing; and (vi) culminates in the attainment of a recognized postsecondary credential. (3) Career-connected learning The term career-connected learning means programs that integrate college preparatory academics, technical training, work-based learning, and support. (4) Career pathway The term career pathway means a combination of rigorous and high-quality education, training, and other services that— (A) aligns with the skill needs of industries in the economy of the State or regional economy involved; (B) prepares an individual to be successful in any of a full range of secondary or postsecondary education options, including apprenticeships registered under the Act of August 16, 1937 (commonly known as the National Apprenticeship Act ; 50 Stat. 664, chapter 663; 29 U.S.C. 50 et seq.) (referred to individually in this Act as an apprenticeship , except in section 171); (C) includes counseling to support an individual in achieving the individual’s education and career goals; (D) includes, as appropriate, education offered concurrently with and in the same context as workforce preparation activities and training for a specific occupation or occupational cluster; (E) organizes education, training, and other services to meet the particular needs of an individual in a manner that accelerates the educational and career advancement of the individual to the extent practicable; (F) enables an individual to attain a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, and at least 1 recognized postsecondary credential; and (G) helps an individual enter or advance within a specific occupation or occupational cluster. (5) Community partner The term community partner means a nonprofit organization that has expertise— (A) in the planning and delivery of education, career training, and related programs