{"id":29,"date":"2024-12-03T13:03:44","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T18:03:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension-sites.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/?page_id=29"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:50:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T18:50:14","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id29_f31d83-3f{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id29_f31d83-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id29_f31d83-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id29_f31d83-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:60px;row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:1268px;padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:15px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id29_f31d83-3f{background-image:linear-gradient(60deg,rgb(8,46,88) 47%,rgb(65,118,161) 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_89c65b-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_89c65b-71\"]{text-align:center!important;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_89c65b-71, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_89c65b-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_89c65b-71\"]{padding-right:25px;padding-left:25px;text-align:center!important;}}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading29_89c65b-71 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-white-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_89c65b-71\">Micro-Credentials<\/h1>\n<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/\" class=\"kb-section-link-overlay\"><\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id29_2c3422-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id29_2c3422-d3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id29_2c3422-d3 > 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mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_331fca-ef\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_331fca-ef\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_331fca-ef\"]{text-align:left!important;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_331fca-ef\"]{text-align:center!important;}}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading29_331fca-ef wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_331fca-ef\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2403f7-31, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2403f7-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2403f7-31\"]{font-size:20px;font-weight:900;font-style:normal;font-family:stratum-1-web;text-transform:uppercase;color:#3698d4;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2403f7-31 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2403f7-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2403f7-31\"] 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data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2403f7-31\">Your Questions Answered<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\"]{margin-top:0px;font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\"]{text-align:left!important;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\"]{text-align:center!important;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_f0db01-1d\">Curious about micro-credentials? You\u2019re in the right place! This FAQ covers everything you need to know, from what micro-credentials are to how they work and why they matter. Whether you\u2019re looking to upskill, explore new opportunities, or just learn more, we\u2019ve got the answers to your most pressing questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2024\/12\/adult-learner-wes-hicks-4-EeTnaC1S4-unsplash-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"an adult learner staring at a laptop screen\" class=\"wp-image-1039\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2024\/12\/adult-learner-wes-hicks-4-EeTnaC1S4-unsplash-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/micro-credentials\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2024\/12\/adult-learner-wes-hicks-4-EeTnaC1S4-unsplash-300x300.jpg 300w, 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.kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger{background:#fff;}.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:after, .kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50:not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-basic ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-xclose ):not( .kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow ) .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active .kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger:before{background:#082e58;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-bottom:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-left:10px solid #003263;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-bottom:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-left:10px solid #acbe4e;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top:1px solid #eee;border-right:1px solid #eee;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;border-left:10px solid #003263;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:6px;}.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-bottom:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-left:10px solid #003263;}.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-bottom:1px solid #d6d6d6;border-left:10px solid #acbe4e;}.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top:1px solid #eee;border-right:1px solid #eee;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;border-left:10px solid #003263;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone um-UMAccentBlueAccordion\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id29_4c3e79-50 kt-accordion-has-26-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrowcircle kt-accodion-icon-side-left\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane29_f799bc-dd\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What are micro-credentials?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a95c18-39\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a95c18-39\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a95c18-39\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_a95c18-39 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a95c18-39\">Micro-credentials are short, focused qualifications that build and recognize specific skills, knowledge, or competencies. They are designed to help individuals develop marketable skills quickly and can be earned through online courses, workshops, or other learning experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane29_efd9de-15\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How do micro-credentials differ from traditional degrees or certifications?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_084f30-28\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_084f30-28\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_084f30-28\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_084f30-28 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_084f30-28\">Micro-credentials are typically more narrowly focused and take less time to complete compared to traditional degrees or certifications. They emphasize practical, job-relevant skills and are often stackable, meaning they can be combined to achieve larger qualifications over time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane29_d297b0-04\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Who can benefit from earning micro-credentials?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_318b05-a3\"]{font-size:20px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:Fraunces;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_318b05-a3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_318b05-a3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_318b05-a3 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_318b05-a3\">Anyone can benefit, including:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:15px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:23px;color:#3698d4;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:15px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap, .kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap a{font-size:18px;font-family:forma-djr-micro;font-weight:400;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items29_2a6792-d3 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_5125bd-c5 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_5125bd-c5\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Professionals looking to enhance their career prospects.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_fcb4d0-1e .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_fcb4d0-1e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Students aiming to supplement their formal education.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_7ba6f0-32 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_7ba6f0-32\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Employers seeking to upskill their workforce.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_bfc14d-1e .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_bfc14d-1e\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Career changers exploring new industries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane29_2b1d16-51\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How are micro-credentials delivered?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_56047c-08\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_56047c-08\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_56047c-08\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_56047c-08 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_56047c-08\">Micro-credentials are often offered online through platforms like universities, professional organizations, or industry-specific training providers. Delivery methods can include video lectures, interactive assignments, and real-world projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane29_cc0345-c6\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Are micro-credentials recognized by employers?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_a8f260-a1\">Many employers value micro-credentials, especially those that align with industry standards or are offered by reputable organizations. They demonstrate initiative and a commitment to professional development.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane29_088688-d3\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What types of skills can I learn through micro-credentials?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_04cdff-44\"]{font-size:20px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:Fraunces;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_04cdff-44\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_04cdff-44\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_04cdff-44 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_04cdff-44\">Micro-credentials cover a wide range of topics, including:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:15px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:23px;color:#3698d4;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:15px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap, .kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap a{font-size:18px;font-family:forma-djr-micro;font-weight:400;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items29_9ad683-5d kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_28161b-eb .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_28161b-eb\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Technical skills (e.g., coding, data analysis).<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_903184-9f .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_903184-9f\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Soft skills (e.g., communication, leadership).<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_38e934-50 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_38e934-50\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Industry-specific knowledge (e.g., healthcare compliance, digital marketing).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-18 kt-pane29_12b675-e1\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How long does it take to earn a micro-credential?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_2c836a-c7\">The time varies depending on the program, but most micro-credentials can be completed within a few weeks to a few months. Micro-badges\/single digital badges can be earned even faster.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-20 kt-pane29_a44c20-e8\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How much do micro-credentials cost?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_b55001-d1\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_b55001-d1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_b55001-d1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_b55001-d1 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_b55001-d1\">Costs vary widely based on the provider, program length, and subject matter. Some are free, while others may cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-21 kt-pane29_d2d538-65\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Can micro-credentials be added to a resume or LinkedIn profile?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_87a0c9-66\">Yes, micro-credentials are designed to be shared. They come with digital badges or certificates that can be displayed on resumes, LinkedIn profiles, or professional portfolios.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-22 kt-pane29_956761-3b\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Are micro-credentials stackable?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;letter-spacing:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_32e4ec-f2\">Many micro-credential programs are stackable, meaning they can be combined to earn larger qualifications, such as a certificate or degree.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-23 kt-pane29_45f62e-de\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How do I choose the right micro-credential for me?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ef981d-97\"]{font-size:20px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:Fraunces;letter-spacing:0.5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ef981d-97\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ef981d-97\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_ef981d-97 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ef981d-97\">Consider the following factors:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:15px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:23px;color:#3698d4;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:15px;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap, .kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap a{font-size:18px;font-family:forma-djr-micro;font-weight:400;}.kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-level-0 .kt-svg-icon-list-single svg{font-size:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items29_7ece97-97 kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_9c84ba-fb .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_9c84ba-fb\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Your career goals and the skills you want to develop.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_5c470a-7a .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_5c470a-7a\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">The reputation of the provider.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_2f26c0-46 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_2f26c0-46\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Alignment with industry standards.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_54d8ee-83 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-29_54d8ee-83\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M173.898 439.404l-166.4-166.4c-9.997-9.997-9.997-26.206 0-36.204l36.203-36.204c9.997-9.998 26.207-9.998 36.204 0L192 312.69 432.095 72.596c9.997-9.997 26.207-9.997 36.204 0l36.203 36.204c9.997 9.997 9.997 26.206 0 36.204l-294.4 294.401c-9.998 9.997-26.207 9.997-36.204-.001z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Time commitment and cost.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-24 kt-pane29_2a8b05-71\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Can I earn multiple micro-credentials simultaneously?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_3e7143-55\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_3e7143-55\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_3e7143-55\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_3e7143-55 has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_3e7143-55\">Yes, as long as you can manage the workload, you can pursue multiple micro-credentials at the same time to diversify your skills.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-25 kt-pane29_410ffc-3e\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Do micro-credentials expire?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_d1429a-3f\">Some micro-credentials may have expiration dates, especially those tied to rapidly changing industries or technologies. Always check the validity period and update your skills as needed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-26 kt-pane29_447691-ef\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What is the future of micro-credentials?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e\"]{font-size:18px;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-family:forma-djr-micro;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e has-18-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading29_ad30bc-3e\">Micro-credentials are expected to play a significant role in lifelong learning and workforce development. They offer a flexible and accessible way to stay competitive in an ever-changing job market.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7{margin-top:-150px;}.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:70px;row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:1050px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;padding-top:120px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7{background-color:#e5f0f9;background-image:url('https:\/\/umaine.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/07\/Ripped-paper-white.png');background-size:cover;background-position:50% 0%;background-attachment:scroll;background-repeat:no-repeat;}.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7{margin-top:-125px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:35px;padding-top:100px;padding-right:50px;padding-left:50px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7{margin-top:-30px;}.kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 > .kt-row-column-wrap{padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:35px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id9_4f8af6-d7 alignfull kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column9_0ed252-85 > 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