What is a microcredential?

Last Updated October 13, 2023

If you've been exploring professional development options, you've probably heard the term "microcredential", but what exactly are they?

At Fanshawe College, we define microcredentials as fast, focused upskilling that fits your career needs. They're designed for people to quickly master new skills where there is an identified need in the labour market.

Microcredentials are short.

Most microcredentials only take a few weeks to complete, start to finish. You'll spend approximately 3-4 hours on your microcredential per week and most are available completely online.

Microcredentials are specific.

Each microcredential focuses on a particular skill that meets industry demand.

Microcredentials are shareable.

Each completed microcredential is awarded an official digital badge to share with your social networks, like LinkedIn.

Microcredentials are stackable.

Earn a series badge to demonstrate mastery in a specific area when you complete multiple microcredentials on a particular topic.

Microcredentials are affordable.

At Fanshawe College the average cost for a microcredential is only $160, most are also OSAP eligible. If you're Fanshawe Alumni, you'll get 10% off! 

So, are microcredentials worth it?

You bet. In this rapidly changing world where jobs and tasks are constantly evolving and changing, microcredentials are a great option to complement your existing education and quickly get you or your workforce up to speed.

Fanshawe’s Part-Time Studies offers many microcredentials that suit various industries and skills needs and we are committed to providing you with new skill-development opportunities as they become increasingly in demand.