Micro-credential is a certification of assessed learning of a single or a set of courses which are intended to provide learners with knowledge, skills, values and competencies in a narrow area of study and/or practice.

You will be awarded with a digital badge once you have passed the assessment.

There are two types of micro-credentials: standalone micro-credentials and credit-bearing micro-credentials.

Standalone micro-credentials are for upskilling purposes while credit-bearing ones can be credit-transferred into academic courses in an academic programme.

Metadata is embedded in the digital badges that are awarded to learners. They provide information regarding who issued the micro-credentials as well as the competencies that were attained in order to get them. a micro-credential not only represents mastery of skill, but can also be a tool that shows colleagues, employers and potential employers how mastery was achieved.

A micro-credential not only represents mastery of skill, but can also be a tool that shows colleagues, employers and potential employers how mastery was achieved. In addition, micro-credentials can be used to build identity and reputation within learning communities and create pathways for continued learning.

There are no formal entry requirements to enrol in a micro-credential course. However, if the learners want to use the micro-credential/s to gain an academic award/qualification, they must meet the minimum entry requirements before they enrol into the specific programme.

No. They can be offered in conventional and blended mode.

No.

No. It is open to both Malaysian and Non-Malaysian. However, credit transfer of micro-credentials to academic programmes may not be accepted by some governments.

Yes, recognition can be given as follows:

a. Where micro-credentials are considered a part of an accredited programme, the micro-credentials are treated as completion of credit if tendered to the same HEP.

b. Where the micro-credentials are not considered a part of an accredited programme, it can be tendered to any HEP for credit transfer.

c. Where the micro-credentials are standalone, it can be tendered under APEL C mechanism for credit recognition

The fee ranges from RM500 – RM700, depending on the type of micro-credential and the mode of delivery.

A micro-credential can take between 4 hours (1/2 day) to 160 hours (20 days) to complete.