K-State Microcredentials
Microcredentials showcase the knowledge you’ve acquired on the road to mastering skills in your area of interest. Smaller than a minor, certificate or degree program, microcredentials equip learners with digital badges that showcase achievement and demonstrated skills.
Targeted learning to advance your career
Through Kansas State University’s microcredentials, you can rapidly build in-demand skills tailored to your professional goals. These short, focused programs, available in both credit and noncredit formats, are delivered in flexible timeframes and modes, including in-person, online, or hybrid setups.
Benefits of a K-State Microcredential
K-State Endorsed
Quality is paramount. K-State Microcredentials are developed, approved and endorsed by the university.
Flexible Delivery
Market-aligned learning opportunities delivered in a short and flexible time span.
Choose What You Learn
Freedom to learn what you want, without the financial and time commitments of a degree. Microcredentials can be credit-bearing or noncredit.
In-Demand
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Portable and Shareable
Completion of a K-State Microcredential is highlighted in a digital badge so your achievement and competencies travel with you and are shareable.
Skills-Based
Learn new skills and prove proficiency to potential and current employers.