To meet the basic requirements, students must earn a minimum of 40 points to graduate from the Academy. The program involves completing five categories worth eight points per category (5x8 = 40 points).  Students must first complete a Career Cluster in Marketing.  This can be several combinations of Marketing Courses offered at Station Camp.  The Career Cluster is worth 24 of the 40 points needed.  Second, students must compete at least once at a DECA Region or State Conference.  Third, students can take an additional marketing class or option to take Accounting.