WorkcredThe Power of Systems Thinking to Understand the Total Impact of Credentialing DecisionsThe United States credentialing system is very complex, involving many types of organizations and governmental agencies (see Figure 1)…4 min read·Oct 19, 2022----
WorkcredThe Link Between Recertification and Competency: More Evidence NeededOne key distinction between a certification and other credentials is its ability to signal continued competence in a profession…4 min read·Jul 20, 2022----
WorkcredFact or Fiction? Five Myths about CertificatesCertificates play a vital role in today’s skills-based economy, signaling to employers the learning outcomes that potential hires have…3 min read·Jun 22, 2022----
WorkcredHow Much Do You Know About Certifications?In the world of competencies and credentials the most confusion surrounds the differences between certifications and certificates Read more3 min read·May 17, 2022----
WorkcredCertification Bodies Need Incentives to Collect & Share High-Quality DataThree elements should be met to incentivize more certification bodies to begin to collect and share much-needed data on certifications.4 min read·Apr 13, 2022----
WorkcredThe Reality and Potential of CertificationsA new series of reports serve to help everyone understand the characteristics of certifications and their potential in the workforce.4 min read·Mar 28, 2022----
WorkcredThe Importance of Collaboration for CertificationsWorkcred has developed a set of case studies that reveal just how powerful collaboration is to certifications. In fact, collaboration among…3 min read·Feb 25, 2022----
WorkcredAre Pandemic-Related Changes Negatively Affecting the Quality of Credentials?During the last two years, many changes and sometimes shortcuts have been made in the credentialing industry, specifically in certification6 min read·Feb 17, 2022----
WorkcredHow are Certifications Supported by Standards?Standards protect health, safety, environment, and can ensure that different products work together. They are also important to…3 min read·Jan 20, 2022----
WorkcredMore Than a Digital Transcript: Social and Organizational Implications of LERsA recent publication in Issues in Science and Technology explores how LERs offer a promising solution to the workforce.5 min read·Aug 18, 2021----