{"id":20687,"date":"2021-04-30T09:19:04","date_gmt":"2021-04-30T13:19:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/?page_id=20687"},"modified":"2025-11-24T12:09:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T17:09:20","slug":"4-h-stem-ambassadors-micro-credentials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/stem-ambassadors\/4-h-stem-ambassadors-micro-credentials\/","title":{"rendered":"4-H STEM Ambassadors Micro-Credentials"},"content":{"rendered":"

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4-H STEM Ambassadors play a vital role in Maine in engaging youth with fun, hands-on, and relevant Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning experiences.\u00a0 4-H STEM Ambassadors are skilled in leading science\/engineering activities, in communicating with adult partners and with youth participants, and in developing safe learning environments. They work to develop a connection between youth in the community, and their University!<\/strong><\/h4>\n

What\u2019s a 4-H STEM Ambassador micro-credential?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Once you have completed the 4-H STEM Ambassador micro-credential pathway, you\u2019ll be able to demonstrate the ability to lead meaningful STEM experiences for youth in a safe environment.\u00a0 You will be recognized for your leadership within the program, and your ability to communicate\/collaborate to meet the needs of youth in the community.<\/p>\n

Why should I earn a 4-H STEM Ambassador micro-credential?<\/strong><\/p>\n

While 66 percent of hiring managers indicate that it is \u201cvery important\u201d that recent graduates demonstrate the ability to innovate, only 41 percent think recent graduates are well-prepared to apply those skills in the workplace. (Source: Association of American Colleges and Universities<\/a>). The 4-H STEM Ambassador experience will help you develop the skills you need to excel in the workplace and beyond, especially if you have a passion for working with youth. The 4-H STEM Ambassador micro-credential will help you share those skills with others. UMS micro-credentials are issued digitally\u00a0and designed to be shared on social media and professional sites, such as LinkedIn, as well as on your website, e-portfolio or r\u00e9sum\u00e9!<\/p>\n

Learn more about UMS micro-credentials<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Am I eligible to enroll?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

All University of Maine System students are eligible to join us!\u00a0 Each student who volunteers as a 4-H STEM Ambassador, or who completes the UMaine Service-Learning course LAS 395, is eligible to earn the 4-H STEM Ambassador badges!<\/p>\n

How do I start?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

4-H STEM Ambassador recruitment and training occur each September and January.\u00a0 For further information about the 4-H STEM Ambassadors pathway contact laura.wilson@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Level 1:\u00a0 <\/strong>This badge was issued in recognition of the learner\u2019s completion of 4-H STEM Ambassador volunteer training, and enrollment as a Maine 4-H Volunteer.\u00a0 This badge acknowledges that learners enrolled as 4-H STEM Ambassadors by completing the Maine 4-H Volunteer Application Process and completing the following core trainings:<\/p>\n