Small, targeted, flexible, and inclusive learning opportunities adapted to a fast-changing society and labour market, while not replacing but rather complementing traditional qualifications, designed and delivered by a variety of providers, in a variety of learning settings (formal, non-formal, or informal).

What they are
Α micro-credential is the record of the learning outcomes that a learner has acquired following a small volume of learning. These learning outcomes have been assessed against transparent and clearly defined standards. Courses leading to micro-credentials are designed to provide the learner with specific knowledge, skills and competences that respond to societal, personal, cultural or labour market needs. Micro-credentials are owned by the learner, can be shared and are portable. They may be standalone or combined into larger credentials. They are underpinned by quality assurance following agreed standards in the relevant sector or area of activity’. (Recommendation of the Council of the European Union, 16 June 2022).

Why to acquire them

• They can help certify the outcomes of small-tailored learning experiences.
• They make possible the targeted, flexible acquisition of knowledge, skills and competences to meet new and emerging needs in society and the labour market, while NOT replacing traditional qualifications.
• They can be designed and delivered by a variety of providers, in different learning settings (formal, non-formal, or informal).