Continuing education

What are micro-credentials?

Micro-credentials can be offered as non-credit and credit-bearing options. When offered for credit, they typically run between 1 and 12 units of credit and they can be incorporated into a degree program. Courses for micro-credentials are usually referred to as modules and may be offered in any format—competency-based or traditional courses offered on-ground or online.

Employers are seeking individuals with hard and soft skills. Micro-credentials are great learning opportunities to support individuals who need to supplement their education and professional portfolio.

What are digital badges?

Digital badges are a visual representation of the successful completion of part or all of a micro-credential and are directly tied to skills/competencies. Students can post a digital badge to their social media accounts, resume, employment application, and other professional records.

Explore Continuing Education courses

NAU offers courses so you can continue your education. To learn more about these programs, you can contact:

Director of Continuing Education

• Brenda.Sipe@nau.edu

Assistant Dean, Educational Partnerships

• Doug.Small@nau.edu

Learn more

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