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The State University of New York (SUNY) adopted a broad microcredential policy in 2018, following recommendations of a Micro-Credentialing Task Force created in 2015. Through a collaborative process and endorsed by SUNY Trustees, SUNY defined microcredentials to ensure that their rigor and quality match those of every type of credential that SUNY offers. SUNY also established a taxonomy of terms related to microcredentials.
SUNY microcredentials:
SUNY's policy framework supports microcredentials that:
SUNY policy requires that a SUNY microcredential is:
Six key principles guide SUNY microcredentials:
Implementation Working Groups are charged with supporting campus success by:
Since development of the SUNY microcredentials policy, SUNY campuses have developed more than 525 microcredentials at about half of its campuses (both community colleges and universities). Microcredentials are available in 60+ discipline areas in high-demand fields, including:
SUNY has developed a common website to list microcredentials available at all its campuses at: Search Microcredentials at SUNY - SUNY
SUNY microcredentials often combine courses from its registered degree programs, applied learning experiences, preparation for industry certifications, and/or non-credit coursework. Microcredentials can be taught online or in the classroom, or at a work or job site with support from employers.
A microcredential can be coursework alone, a series of workshops, or a combination of coursework and an applied learning experience or certification preparation. The most common microcredential length is three courses.
SUNY microcredentials are taught by SUNY faculty and students have access to academic supports and campus resources.
Many microcredentials result in a digital badge, which students can put on their resume or a profile (e.g., LinkedIn) to show employers what skills have been achieved.
Micro-Credentials Task Force Report
SUNY Trustee SUNY Micro-Credentialing Implementation Memorandum
SUNY Micro-Credential Definition and Related Terms
Resources for Developing Micro-Credentials
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