Microcredential student resources

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Earning a microcredential through Oregon State University is proven way to level up on your professional journey. Whether you’re enrolled as a degree-seeking or nondegree student, we want to support you as you complete a microcredential and advance your career.

Here, you’ll find helpful tools, guidance and curated resources to help you make the most of your learning experience — and to promote your new skills in a professional setting.

What is a microcredential?

Oregon State’s microcredentials are high-quality educational opportunities that can help advance your career with less time and financial commitment than a degree or certificate program.

All Oregon State microcredentials consist of at least three courses and 8 credits that follow Oregon State’s quarterly term calendar.

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What microcredentials are available?

Oregon State offers a growing list of microcredentials in high-demand fields — from business to marketing to science to technology and beyond. Each one is designed to help you build specific, career-relevant skills that you can apply right away, or you can stack the credits earned in the microcredential toward an Oregon State certificate or degree program.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge in your current field or explore a new area, there’s a microcredential for you.

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How do I add a microcredential as a current OSU student?

If you are a current OSU student interested in pursuing a microcredential online, please connect with your academic advisor and then submit this form. Note: You must complete at least one of the microcredential courses after having been accepted into the microcredential.