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What are Micro‑Credentials?

Micro-credentials have emerged in higher education as an innovative way to document the skills learners have gained over a course or program. A micro-credential is a type of certification that demonstrates achievement of a skill that has been formally assessed in an educational environment. They can be achieved as part of other formal credentials, or as separate continuing education offerings. Micro-credentials are meant to be a fast and flexible way to certify your skills and competencies and are designed for people and organizations to integrate critical skills in your workplace.

Michener is using the eCampusOntario Micro-credential Principle and Framework as a guide to delivering micro-credentials.

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Micro-Credentials at Michener

Biochemistry Micro Credential for MLA

Contrast Injection for Radiological Technologists

Hematology Micro Credential for MLA

IV Insertion and Maintenance

PICC Insertion: A Comprehensive Guide

Venipuncture Techniques

Cardiovascular Perfusion Assistant Micro-Credential

Developing a New Micro-Credential

Requirements and Timelines

Micro-credentials must:

  • Be competency / skills-based
  • Include a summative assessment component that shows evidence of achievement of outcomes
  • Be endorsed by an industry/employment partner / external body
  • Align with Michener’s Education Plan

Micro-credentials are endorsed by Michener’s Senior Management Team, with formal approval required by the Michener Board of Governors.

  1. Complete the Micro-Course / Credential Concept Form. You can use the companion Application Guide to clarify any of the questions.
  2. Submit your completed form to ce@michener.ca.
  3. Your form will be assessed within 2–4 weeks.
  4. If your concept is supported, your request will be reviewed by the Michener Senior Management Team. If endorsed, an advisory team will be formed to lead development of the micro-credential. You may be required to provide resources to enable this work. If you are requesting Michener to consider an existing program to become a micro-credential, there will be a curriculum quality review to ensure compliance with Michener’s education standards.
  5. The full micro-credential proposal, including the development plan, will be reviewed by the Michener Senior Management Team and, if endorsed, will be moved forward to the Michener Board of Governors for approval.

Contact the Continuing Education Team

For more details, please contact our CE team.

Contact CE Team