Workforce training, upskilling in demand among younger adults
Biggest barrier to skill development is cost, survey finds
Employees worry that digital credentials may be costly to obtain, but working while earning a credential is particularly important to career changers
Employer demand for microcredentials is on the rise
Nearly 100 percent of organizational leaders see benefits from employees having microcredentials
“Great Resigners” are content with new roles offering upskilling
The Great Resignation was a wake-up call to leaders to prioritize a greater connection between work and mission, provide clear career trajectories and opportunities for upward mobility
College leaders look to flexible learning, microcredentials to boost enrollments
Declining enrollments are a concern, but there are signs that students see the value of higher education--in new formats and on their terms
Credential confusion?
Research finds that non-academic providers such as apprenticeships and bootcamps now account for more than half of all credentials offered nationwide
Students say this specific thing helps them stand out in the workforce
By adopting skills-based learning, higher education institutions can fill gaps in their curricula and directly connect their degree programs to the labor market
Closing the skills gap with microcredentials
These bite-sized courses can facilitate accessible education and help students and workers further their knowledge and skill development
Gauging the macro impact of microcredentials
By pairing microcredentials with digital credentials, individuals are prepared for a changing workforce and can make a big impact in three key ways
Young adults want more workforce training
