- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Credentials Beyond Degrees: The Role of PCO Educators in Credential Innovation
Issued by
UPCEA
The holder of this badge has successfully demonstrated an understanding of the alternative credentials landscape and PCO units' role in developing this programming. The holder has evaluated alt-cred opportunities for their own institution and demonstrated an ability to build support for these program with leadership and faculty. The earner has an understanding of the collaboration with internal and external partners needed to successfully develop and launce alt cred programs.
- Type Learning
- Level Intermediate
- Time Weeks
- Cost Paid
Skills
Earning Criteria
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This course delves into the role PCO units play in alternative credentials, from evaluating program opportunities to the design, implementation, quality assurance, and administration of these credentials. How should non-degree credentials be created and run with integrity, clarity in the market, and compatibility within the traditional aspects of the university? This pragmatic course will explore opportunities and obstacles in developing and delivering alternative credentials.
Standards
The following Competency and Attribute Statements for Professional, Continuing, and Online Practitioners consist of the essential knowledge, skills, and dispositions required of Professional, Continuing, and Online (PCO) Education practitioners.