There are more than 650,000 different kinds of short-term credentials awarded across the U.S., including certificate programs, boot camps, massive open online courses (MOOCs), and digital badges. But the value…
The Midwest Credential Transparency Alliance (MCTA) is launching the Pathways Action Team! This will provide a forum for MCTA members to collaborate on a project or initiative to improve the…
We are happy to announce an update to Washington State’s Success Story offering more detail into our partnership. Washington was one of Credential Engine’s first state partners because leaders recognized…
National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) recently launched a credential transparency webpage! The page gives an overview of Credential Engine and the need for states to embed credential transparency…
In a recent blog post, National Skills Coalition (NSC) expresses the need for Americans to have access to reliable, quality information about their educational options. Good data on credential quality…
Credential Engine is proud to be an Affiliate Member of the Data Standards United (DSU). Led by some of the most prominent open data standards communities, DSU’s vision is…
States across the country are continuously adapting to the ever-changing economy and are making changes to help their residents and employers have the best opportunities to succeed. States like Alabama…
Clearly defining and communicating the skills and competencies for credentials, programs, and jobs can lead to more equitable learn-and-work ecosystems that recognize everyone’s specific abilities. In order to achieve this,…

