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HCM Strategists (HCM), with support from Lumina Foundation, conducted a comprehensive examination of short-term credential pathways across the U.S. HCM analyzed all 50 states to create a catalog of direct, sustained state investments in short-term credential pathways nationwide. Findings are organized using a typology that captures these state investments within six categories:
Findings are organized along several key benchmarks, including:
HCM’s research identified 56 state-led initiatives across 29 states. The majority (28) of these directly fund students, while a dozen more fund institutions to increase their capacity to offer student supports and/or tuition relief.
A comprehensive report and accompanying data tool will be released by HCM. The following table summarizes HCM’s Short-Term Credential Typology: Table
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