A system used to categorize education, where each category represents a certain degree of educational attainment and mastery of skill. In the United States education levels are as follows: Early childhood education, followed by primary school (elementary school), middle school, secondary school (high school), and then postsecondary (tertiary) education. Postsecondary education includes non degree programs that lead to certificates and diplomas plus six degree levels: associate, bachelor, first professional, master, advanced intermediate, and research doctorate.
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