Elementary and secondary basic skills consists of a course of study or an organized sequence of courses to provide instruction for individuals in elementary and second-level reading, writing, computation, and problem-solving skills in order to assist students in achieving their academic, vocational, and personal goals. Elementary-level is generally recognized, where appropriate, the coursework addresses the content and proficiencies at levels through eighth grade. Secondary-level is generally recognized as coursework that addresses the content and proficiencies at levels through the twelfth grade and may incorporate a high school diploma.