As technology continues to evolve, so does the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals who can protect our infrastructure. Yet despite this growing demand, many cybersecurity…
The joint Workcred, Higher Learning Commission, and League for Innovation in the Community College Certification + Degree (C+D) pathway project fostered a fundamental shift in…
In the Great Lakes Bay Region of Michigan, the demand for highly skilled IT and cybersecurity professionals is greater than ever. As institutions continue to…
Unfortunately, 84% of workers experience mental health challenges due to work. Workplaces fostering psychological health and safety, however, see higher engagement and productivity (e.g., 76%…
In today’s competitive job market, people from all areas of the workforce are familiar with certificates, certifications, and workplace learning—from students and employees who wish…
Workcred has published a new report examining the value of credentials and their use in the manufacturing sector: Examining the Return on Investment of Manufacturing…
Microcredentials are used by higher education institutions for multiple purposes that include adding knowledge, skills, or competencies that complement a major, to providing a pathway…
The Problem: A Complex Credentialing System The United States credentialing system is very complex, involving many types of organizations and governmental agencies (see Figure 1)….
One key distinction between a certification and other credentials is its ability to signal continued competence in a profession, making it the only credential that…