


Earners of the Artificial Insemination certification will be able to demonstrate competency in artificial insemination of beef cattle and embryo transplanting.
Professionals interested in or involved with technology and information systems will upskill with computer networking theory and practice.
Alternatively-certified teachers can meet the State Department of Education’s requirements and gain valuable classroom teaching and management skills.
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Rethink employee training and development by collaborating with academic partners to develop micro-credential programs.
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Earn career critical skills, competencies and knowledge that are readily transferrable to the workplace.
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Develop micro-credentials and badges for in-demand career skills to meet growing industries' needs.

How can a micro-credential benefit Oklahomans?
Employers and recruiters are looking for applicants who can demonstrate their ability to apply knowledge and skills in real-world settings. In fact, nearly all employers in a Hart Research survey (95%) indicated they gave hiring preference to college graduates with beyond-major skills that will enable them to contribute to innovation in the workplace.
Employers agree that having both field-specific knowledge and skills and a broad range of skills and knowledge is the most important combination for long-term success. Micro-credentials quickly establish that you have marketable skills, competencies and experiences.
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All micro-credentials meet quality standards at the institution where they are offered. Some programs are offered within current degree or certificate programs, while others are a unique learning experience tailored to a specific career goal or learning objective. Whether you are a current college student or a professional enrolling in a program, you will have access to faculty expertise, resources and support.
Oklahoma colleges and universities may either offer micro-credentials independently or have them endorsed by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and listed here at UpskillOK.org.
Newest Credential Programs
Latest micro-credential and badge offerings across Oklahoma higher education.
Badge | Program Name | Launch Date | Program Type | Description | Campus | Time to Completion | Discipline/Category | Open Enrollment | For-Credit Courses | Delivery | Stackable | Stackable to | Featured Partners | Relevant Occupation Area | Discover Credential | View Digital Badge |
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Computer Networking | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | With this badge, through the associated coursework, individuals involved with technology and information systems will be more knowledgeable and capable regarding computer Networking theory and practice. | Carl Albert State College | Months | Computer Information Systems (CIS) | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer Information Systems - AA | n/a | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | https://www.carlabert.edu/academicaffairs/ | |
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Computer Programming | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | With this badge, through the associated coursework, individuals involved with technology and information systems will be more knowledgeable and capable regarding computer programming theory and practice. Those in possession of the badge are capable of writing, editing, correcting, and trouble-shooting computer programming code. | Carl Albert State College | Months | Computer Information Systems (CIS) | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer Information Systems - AA | n/a | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | https://www.carlalbert.edu/academicaffairs/ | |
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Volunteer and Youth Coaching | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | With this badge, through the associated coursework, individuals involved with youth sports will be more knowledgeable and capable regarding the health and safety of the youth in their care. The emphasis on health and injury prevention and treatment supplements the sport-content knowledge of volunteer coaches. | Carl Albert State College | Months | Health, Physical Education and Recreation | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Health, Physical Education and Recreation AA | n/a | n/a | https://www.carlalbert.edu/academicaffairs/ | |
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Classroom Management | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | Students who have received teaching credentials though the alternative certification path are required to continue coursework to meet defined goals and requirements. Selected courses in Northwestern’s Curriculum and Instruction Master’s program have been selected and approved by the State Department of Education in meeting these requirements. | Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Weeks | Education | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Enid Public Schools, Ponca City Public Schools, Woodward Public Schools | Teaching (K12) | https://www.nwosu.edu/graduate-studies/education/curriculum-instruction | |
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Pedagogy | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | Students who have received teaching credentials though the alternative certification path are required to continue coursework to meet defined goals and requirements. Selected courses in Northwestern’s Curriculum and Instruction Master’s program have been selected and approved by the State Department of Education in meeting these requirements. | Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Weeks | Education | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Enid Public Schools, Ponca City Public Schools, Woodward Public Schools | Teaching (K12) | https://www.nwosu.edu/graduate-studies/education/curriculum-instruction | |
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Reading/Literacy | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | Students who have received teaching credentials though the alternative certification path are required to continue coursework to meet defined goals and requirements. Selected courses in Northwestern’s Curriculum and Instruction Master’s program have been selected and approved by the State Department of Education in meeting these requirements. | Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Weeks | Education | Yes | For-Credit | Classroom | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Enid Public Schools, Ponca City Public Schools, Woodward Public Schools | Teaching (K12) | https://www.nwosu.edu/graduate-studies/education/curriculum-instruction | |
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Supervisory Skills | 05/17/2022 | Micro-credential | Badge earners will be able to describe the nature of a supervisor’s position and its role in building a positive work environment, identify and apply skills for communicating effectively with individuals, and explain why a strong customer service culture is crucial to organizational success.This badge exhibits the essential skills and knowledge that one will need as a supervisor to develop goals and objectives and plans to achieve them, solve problems and make effective decisions, obtain the best possible people to staff the organization, understand and communicate effectively with employees and customers from a wide variety of backgrounds, build a positive work environment, create a customer-centric organization, lead and motivate employees, and to implement and monitor effective organizational controls. | Tulsa Community College | Weeks | Business-Management | Yes | Non-credit | Online | No | n/a | Macy's Fulfillment Center | General and Operations Manager | https://www.tulsacc.edu/programs-courses/continuing-education/professional-certifications | |
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Computer Support | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | Completers of the Computer System Support micro-credential are prepared to take the CompTIA ITF+(Exam FC0-U61) and A+ certification exams (Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) as well as provide technical support for computer hardware and software, operating systems and more. | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Information Technology | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer System Support (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | Computer User Support Specialists | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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CAD - Architectural Design | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | The student will learn and demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided design software as a design tool in engineering, architectural and civil fields. Emphasis will be on computer-aided design fundamentals and BIM fundamentals to achieve the Computer-Aided Design micro-credential, participants will need to complete a two-course sequence (CAT-1214 and CAT 2543) . | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Computer Technology - CAD | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer-Aided Technology - Computer-Aided Design (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | Engineering-Design | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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CAD - Digital Fabrication | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of this micro-credential will demonstrate an understanding of 3D Design. In addition, this micro credential will interest those planning a career in CAD, mechanical engineering, or product design. Computer Aided Design (CAD) is one of the primary skills required in engineering.To achieve the CAD-Digital Fabrication micro-credential, participants will need to complete a three-course sequence (CAT-1043, CAT t 253 & CAT 2123). | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Computer Technology - CAD | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer-Aided Technology - Computer-Aided Design (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | Engineering-Design | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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CAD - Mechanical Design | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | Eamers of this micro-credential will demonstrate through completion of a two-course sequence and CSWA certification an understanding of3D Design. In addition, this micro credential will interest those planning a career in CAD, mechanical engineering, or product design. Computer Aided Design (CAD) is one of the primary skills required in engineering. | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Computer Technology - CAD | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer-Aided Technology - Computer-Aided Design (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | Engineering-Design | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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Computer-Aided Design | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | The student will learn and demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided design software as a design tool in engineering, architectural and civil fields. Emphasis will be on computer-aided design fundamentals such as 3D parametric modeling and creating 2D computer-aided design documents.To achieve the Computer-Aided Design micro-credential, participants will need to complete a two-course sequence (CAT-1043 and CAT 1214). | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Computer Technology - CAD | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer-Aided Technology - Computer-Aided Design (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | Engineering-Design | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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Geographic Information System (GIS) | 05/23/2022 | Micro-credential | Students will learn Geographic Information System (GIS) concepts and receive hands-on experience using GPS hardware and ArcGIS software. In addition, the student will learn technologies being used to locate, inventory, and analyze locations, Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, telemetry and photogrammetry, and a brief introduction to Satellite-Based Remote Sensing. Students will also be exposed to spatial analysis. | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | InformationTechnology | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Computer-Aided Technology - Geographic Information System (GIS) (AAS) or Certificate | n/a | GIS | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |
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Essentials of Cost and Managerial Accounting | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Essentials of Cost/Managerial Accounting certification will demonstrate competency in the basic principles of cost accounting related to manufacturing and other enterprises as well as the use of management and cost accounting information in decision-making. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Accounting | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Accounting | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Essentials of Financial Accounting | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Essentials of Financial Accounting certification will demonstrate competency in the basic principles of financial accounting, including how to record transactions, prepare financial statements, analyze selected accounts and use accounting information in decision-making. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Accounting | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Accounting | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Law for Entrepreneurs | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Law for Entrepreneurs certification will demonstrate competency in current laws affecting employee rights and work environments and how to successfully adhere to employment policies related to business management. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Human Resources | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Human Resources | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Literacy | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Literacy certification will be able to demonstrate competency in identifying quality children’s literature, teaching writing and reading together, and using technology to support that instruction. Learners also demonstrate knowledge of the various types of assessment and methods for identifying struggling readers and appropriate interventions to assist PK-12 students in learning to read. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Online | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Lawton Public Schools | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | |
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Social Media Law and Ethics for Entrepreneurs | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Social Media Law and Ethics for Entrepreneurs certification will demonstrate competency in legal and ethical boundaries of social media use related to advertising, human resource management, intellectual property rights, freedom of expression and censorship, torts, contracting, privacy, and preservation of litigation evidence. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Social Media | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Social Media Strategy | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Differentiated Instruction | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Differentiated Instruction certification will be able to use their knowledge of students to personalize learning and engage their students in the learning process. Additionally, students will be able to employ a number of diverse strategies and approaches to assist a range of learning abilities and styles in the classroom. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Blended/Hybrid | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Fundamentals of Accounting | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Fundamentals of Accounting certification will demonstrate competency in the processes of using financial statements, balance sheeting, cash flow statements, and statements of retained earnings to record, summarize and report business transactions. Additionally, students will focus on the principles of cost accounting related to manufacturing and other enterprises as well as the use of management and cost accounting information in decision-making. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Accounting | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Accounting | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Managing Human Resources | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Managing Human Resources certification will demonstrate competency in analyzing and designing job descriptions, recruiting and selecting new employees, implementing workforce planning requirements, organizing employee training and development initiatives, documenting and evaluating employee performance management, developing a competitive compensation strategy, minimizing risks regarding human capital, and creating and implementing an employee relations strategy while remaining in compliance with federal/local laws. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Human Resources | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Human Resources | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Personal Finance | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Personal Finance certification will demonstrate competency in establishing a budget; managing credit use; accessing and utilizing financial institutions; and understanding insurance, real estate, taxes, investment, retirement, and estate planning. | Cameron University | Months | Personal Finance | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | ||||
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Strategies for Asset Protection | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Strategies for Asset Protection certification will demonstrate competency in understanding the relationship between creditor rights and debtor asset protection strategies. | Cameron University | Months | Asset Protection | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Business | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Teaching Struggling Readers | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Teaching Struggling Readers certification will be able to demonstrate competency in developing strategies to enforce a range of reading needs related to the five stages of literacy and developing a remediation plan. Learners also gain an understanding of how to stage the physical environment, create positive social interactions, and present content to a range of groupings. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Online | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | ||
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Teaching Students with Exceptionalities | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Teaching Students with Exceptionalities certification will be able to demonstrate competency in identifying exceptionalities and teaching to the unique needs of students with learning differences. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Online | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | ||
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Small Enterprise Management | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Small Enterprise Management certification will demonstrate competency in recognizing and minimizing the risks associated with small business operations. Additionally, learners will be able to apply skills necessary for creating small business plans, marketing small businesses, properly documenting the accounting and finances of small businesses, and managing business operations while maintaining high ethical standards. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Management | Yes | For-credit | Blended/Hybrid | Yes | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | ||||
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Calculator Fundamentals | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Calculator Fundamentals certification will demonstrate competency in utilizing Texas Instrument BA II Plus or BA II Plus Professional Business Calculators for accounting, finance and statistical computations. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Finance | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | Yes | Finance | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom | |||
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Automotive Sales and Service Specialist | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Participants will gain fundamental automotive knowledge, customer service and business communication skills in order to communicate effectively with customers and provide viable solutions to meet customers automotive service needs. | Oklahoma City Community College | Months | Automotive Service | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | No | Automotive Service | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |||
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Info Tech Fundamentals for Instructors | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Participants will receive basic instruction on how to incorporate IT concepts into K-12 environments, Professional Development micro-credential to prepare K-12 Faculty to help facilitiate information technology education. Participants will gain working knowledge of the Java and Python programming languages, IT Fundamentals and 3D Printing. | Oklahoma City Community College | Weeks | Education | Yes | Non-credit | Classroom | No | Teaching (K12) | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |||
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Set Construction | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | The student will learn essential skills to perform work as an entry-level carpenter for the film industry. Students will learn how to operate tools safely. They will also learn proper set construction etiquette. Team work and collaboration across film departments will be emphasized. | Oklahoma City Community College | Weeks | Set Construction | Yes | Non-credit | Classroom | No | Set Construction | https://www.occc.edu/dcp/ | |||
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CAD and Fabrication Tech for Instructors | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Participants will attend a hands-on workshop where they will be introduced to topics and skills needed to help students in a K-12 setting. In addition, participants will use 2D & JD design software, CNC and Laser software, and hands-on use of the equipment. | Oklahoma City Community College | Weeks | Education | Yes | Non-credit | Classroom | No | Teaching (K12) | https://www.occc.edu/bit/micro-credentials/ | |||
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Beef Cattle Artificial Insemination | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Artificial Insemination certification will be able to demonstrate competency in artificial insemination of beef cattle and embyro transplanting. Students will be able to handle cattle safely, properly identify estrus in cattle, understand bovine reproductive physiology, handle frozen semen, and successfully artificially inseminate cows for optimum fertilization. | Cameron University | Months | Animal Science | Yes | For-credit | Classroom | No | n/a | Montford Cattle Service, Hutson Angus Farms, Southwest Veterinary Clinic II, PLLC | Livestock Reproduction | https://www.cameron.edu/ag-bio-health/beyond-the-classroom/micro-credentials-and-digital-badges | |
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Classroom Management | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Classroom Management certification will be able to demonstrate competency in developing a Classroom Management Plan wherein they have created procedures, rules, and consequences for a variety of classroom situations. Additionally, students will be able to consider the diversity of students that they are likely to encounter in a real-world setting when designing plans for how to handle various classroom misbehaviors. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Blended/Hybrid | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Lawton Public Schools | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | |
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Classroom Development | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Curriculum Development certification will be able to demonstrate competency in using the current Oklahoma Academic Standards to align, create, and evaluate existing curricula at the PK-12 level. Additionally, students will be able to identify curricular issues and devise creative, yet practical solutions to problem solve in challenging areas of need. | Cameron University | Months | Education | No | For-credit | Online | Yes | Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Teaching (K12) | https://www.cameron.edu/education/beyond-the-classroom | ||
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Employment Law | 07/25/2022 | Micro-credential | Earners of the Employment Law certification will demonstrate competency in employment law basics that are relevant to the employment relationship including labor laws, employment contracts, workplace discrimination and harassment, employment at will and wrongful discharge, agency law and employment torts, privacy rights, and protection of intellectual property. | Cameron University | Months | Business-Human Resources | Yes | For-credit | Online | Yes | Human Resources | https://www.cameron.edu/business/beyond-the-classroom |