Credential WV Fall Summit, October 8-10, 2025 Charleston Marriott. (Registration is closed)
Please take a few minutes to read through the Working Credentials of Value, Working Group Final Reports (#1, #2, and #3) and share your thoughts using the linked feedback forms. Your input will help us refine the recommendations and next steps as we continue to shape Credential WV. The feedback you provide will guide how […]
West Virginia higher education community convenes for next phase of Credential WV [WVHEPC March 2025]
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission recently convened dozens of faculty and other leaders from colleges and universities for a second statewide summit focused on implementing microcredentials, which are short, targeted learning experiences focused on specific skills designed to be more flexible and accessible than traditional degrees. This initiative, known as Credential WV, aims to […]
HEPC Launches Microcredential Initiative To Prepare Workforce For Changing Economy [WV Public Broadcasting]
“State education leaders hope to prepare the state’s workforce for big economic changes with short courses called microcredentials. Microcredentials are short, focused courses that educate and certify learners in a particular subject.” Read more Oct. 21, 2024 WV Public Broadcasting
West Virginia higher education community convenes to launch Credential WV as a new statewide initiative to prepare workforce-ready students
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission recently convened dozens of faculty and other leaders from colleges and universities across the state to chart the course for implementing microcredentials, which are short, targeted learning experiences focused on specific skills designed to be more flexible and accessible than traditional degrees. This new initiative, known as Credential […]
WV Higher Education Policy Commission launches microcredential program for state colleges and universities [MetroNews]
“Leaders are saying shorter, targeted learning experiences focused on harnessing specific skills are the future of higher education. Microcredentials are designed to bring more flexibility and accessibility for students than a traditional college degree path.” Read more at https://wvmetronews.com/2024/10/20/wv-higher-education-policy-commission-launches-microcredential-program-for-state-colleges-and-universities/