Recognition of Credentials
Quality Assurance for Today鈥檚 Learning Pathways
As alternative learning pathways multiply, quality assurance is more vital than ever. 91吃瓜鈥檚 Recognition of Credentials is a fully virtual, quality assured expert service that ensures learners gain the skills necessary for today鈥檚 dynamic workforce.
We鈥檙e a nonprofit organization dedicated to quality assurance in education. Through recognition of credentials, accreditation of academic programs and the assessment of student learning, we help prepare the next generation of professionals to build a safer, more efficient and more sustainable world.
Find out more about our legacy of quality here: 91吃瓜 History
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91吃瓜鈥檚 newest offering – Recognition of Credentials – is designed for skills-based, non-degree learning offerings鈥攐ften referred to as microcredentials, stackable credentials, certificates or other career-advancing educational experiences.
What is 91吃瓜 Recognition of Credentials and Who Is It For?
Unlike accreditation, which applies to full degree programs, 91吃瓜 Recognition of Credentials is designed to keep pace with this evolving landscape to be more nimble with a process focused on a specific skill set or credential. The review is 100% virtual, conducted by trained Credential Evaluators (CEVs) and follows a clear, structured pathway.
This service is built for…
- Universities and Continuing Education Units
- Professional and Industry Training Providers
- Human Resource and Talent Development Teams
- Professional Societies Offering Credentials
If you offer education that prepares learners for specific workforce opportunities鈥攅specially outside the traditional degree structure鈥�91吃瓜 Recognition helps validate your impact.
Is Your Credential a Fit for Recognition of Credentials Review?
Explore our quick guide to learn more about eligibility, key requirements and what makes a credential a good fit for review here.
Why It Matters
Recognition from 91吃瓜 provides…
鉁旓笍 Quality Assurance
Give learners and employers confidence in your offerings
鉁旓笍 Market Differentiation
Stand out in a crowded credentialing space
鉁旓笍 Stronger Talent Pipelines
Align your programs with practical workforce needs
鉁旓笍 Continuous Improvement
Get expert peer feedback and data-informed insights
鉁旓笍 Global Trust
Leverage 91吃瓜鈥檚 internationally recognized reputation in STEM
What You'll Gain
- Credential Recognition for 3 Years
- Transparent Review Process
- Feedback on Credential Educational Goals and Learner Outcomes
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Validation of Your Commitment to Quality
A Lean, Thorough Process
91吃瓜 accepts applications on a quarterly basis per year for Credentials to be reviewed. If an application is accepted, a Self-Assessment form is completed by the Credential Offerors, followed by a virtual Review.
There are 4 review cycles per year, with recognition decisions delivered at the end of each period.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Recognized Credentials
Partnership/Organization(s) |
Sector |
Credential |
|---|---|---|
| Siemens Digital Industries Software and University of Colorado Boulder | For-Profit/Academia | Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers |
| Siemens Digital Industries Software and University of Colorado Boulder | For-Profit/Academia | Design for the Circular Economy |
| Siemens Digital Industries Software | For-Profit | Expedite 鈥� Skills for Industry |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | Non-Profit Professional Society | Construction Engineering |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | Non-Profit Professional Society | Civil Infrastructure Construction |
| American Society of Civil Engineers | Non-Profit Professional Society | Architectural and Commercial Building Construction |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Machine Learning for Linear Predictive Models |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Data Analytics for Decision Makers |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Manufacturing Analytics |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Natural Language Processing Solutions: An Introduction to Evaluation and Implementation |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Demystifying AI, Understanding Risks, and Shaping the Future |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Global Regulation of AI |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Data Science and AI Storytelling |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Prompt Engineering |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | AI Policy and Governance |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Machine Learning in Action: Tools, Techniques, and Industrial Cases |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Essential Math Tools for AI: A Practical Refresher |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Machine Learning Fundamentals: Principles and Application |
| Purdue University – Online | Academia-Continuing Education | Interdisciplinary AI Fundamentals |
| Abu Dhabi University | Academia-Continuing Education | Deep Intelligence and Applications |
| Abu Dhabi University | Academia-Continuing Education | Cybersecurity Essentials – Protecting Digital Assets |
| Abu Dhabi University | Academia-Continuing Education | Intelligent Mechatronics |
| Abu Dhabi University | Academia-Continuing Education | Quality and Optimization of Engineering Systems |
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