- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Sample Badge
This badge provides examples of the various types of activities, experience, and skills that can be shared through a digital credential. Badge type (experience, learning, validation, certification), level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), time (hours, days, weeks, months, years) and cost (free, paid) can also be specified for each badge. Skill tags allow badge earners to search for relevant industry opportunities focused on those specific competencies.
- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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Application - Submitting or agreeing to a form, like applications for membership or agreement to policies
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Assessment - Passing a formal assessment or exam
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Course - Completing relevant coursework in a formal classroom or self-study education.
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Credential - Earning a recognized professional or industrial credential
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Education Experience - Representing a diverse or significant educational experience or event, such as graduating from a program
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Member - Obtaining or maintaining membership with a professional organization.
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Payment - Submitting one-time or regular payment for organization, assessment, or membership fees.
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Portfolio - Preparing and maintaining a current portfolio of professional submissions.
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Presenter - Presenting at a conference, webinar, or other key event for a field or organization.
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Project - Creating or contributing to a significant individual or group project, such as a capstone project.
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Professional Experience - Representing duration of professional experience or specific types of experiences, such as internships.
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Schedule/Registration- Scheduling or registering for key events that relate to the badge
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Volunteer- Participating in volunteer events
Standards
Micro-credentials can be aligned with industry standards and connected via digital badges.
There are eight career readiness competencies, each of which can be demonstrated in a variety of ways.