Micro-credentials are short, focused certifications designed to verify knowledge or skills in a specific area without requiring a full degree.
Targeted learning certifications that validate specific skills, often aligned with industry demands.
Online representations of micro-credentials, often shareable on LinkedIn or ePortfolios.
Modules or programs completed in weeks or months instead of years.
Focus on demonstrated skills rather than course completion time.
Micro-credentials offer flexibility, fast skill-building, and align education with evolving workforce needs and learner preferences.