FAQs

Micro-credentials are compressed but academically rigorous, competency-based learning experiences that allow the learner to demonstrate mastery in a particular area is a short period of time, like 4–6 weeks.

The term micro-credential is often interchangeable with “badge,” but a badge more specifically is the technology companion of a micro-credential that can make the credential verifiable and packed with information about skills and achievements.

You get to choose what you learn! Micro-credentials give you the freedom to learn what you want, without the financial and time commitments of a formal degree.

Micro-credentials take less time to earn than traditional a degree and can give you a competitive edge when applying for internships and jobs while you continue to pursue your formal degree.

A micro-credential gives you an additional layer of experience and expertise to showcase to future employers.

Upon successful completion and verification of the micro-credential requirements, you will be issued a digital badge that can be displayed and verified online, such as resumes or professional social medial profiles.

Micro-endorsements are two or more stackable credentials that can be packaged to earn badges/endorsements during an accelerated timeframe, like 6-months to a year. Badges and endorsements can be stacked to earn certificates.

Micro-pathways are designed to intersect with and even embed in accredited degree programs while earning credentials and endorsements to give these future leaders exposure to the depth and richness of traditional theological training.

Micro-pathways can terminate in non-degree stand-alone credentials … or with an additional academic assignment to demonstrate mastery could be converted into credit hours as part of a credentialed academic degree pursuit.