Micro Credential Terms
Look here if you find yourself wondering about terms related to micro-credentials. Jargon can be confusing! Remember - micro certifications = micro credentials. These are taken directly from State University of New York's Glossary of terms for micro-credentials.
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Certificate"A credential issued by an institution that contain fewer courses than a degree and a smaller domain of knowledge. Must by approved by a governing authority." https://system.suny.edu/academic-affairs/microcredentials/definitions/ | |
Certification"demonstrated mastery or competency in specific knowledge, skills or processes that can be measured against a set of accepted standards" https://system.suny.edu/academic-affairs/microcredentials/definitions/ | |
Competency"Learnable, measurable and / or observable knowledge and skill-sets gained" https://system.suny.edu/academic-affairs/microcredentials/definitions/ | |