District Principal of Collegiate Planning and Special Projects Brennan McDonald presented an update at HPSD's Board Meeting on January 20, 2025. Alberta Education approved HPSD's application to become a Collegiate School in June 2025. Since approval, the Division has expanded post-secondary partnerships and micro-credential opportunities aligned with Career and Technology Studies (CTS) pathways.HPSD currently partners with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Olds College, Northwestern Polytechnic, NorQuest College, and Portage College, while actively exploring additional partnerships. Micro-credentials are short, focused courses that allow students to develop specific, job-ready skills aligned with industry and post-secondary expectations. As students complete micro-credential courses, they earn digital badges that can be added to résumés to demonstrate skills to employers and post-secondary institutions. Many micro-credentials also carry high school credits.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
IT Job Scene Bad: Zoho Founder Warns Students Eyeing Foreign Education Amid Layoffs - NDTV Profit Desk
He underscored his belief that young people should not be trapped in debt under the guise of education. Instead, Vembu advocates for industry-driven solutions, such as companies funding training programmes and recognising alternative credentials beyond traditional degrees. "The only smart course is for prospective employers to fund training programs and for the industry to broadly accept such alternative credentials rather than ask for formal degrees," he stated. He further stressed the importance of skill development, stating, "The best investment we make as a company is in training and skill development. I hope companies do this widely, so we don't strand young people in debt."
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
As Wisconsin’s population ages, UW-Green Bay offers hundreds of courses for older adults - Beatrice Lawrence, WPR
As a retired family doctor, 76-year-old Norm Schroeder knows a thing or two about how to live a healthy life. That’s why, for the last eight years, he’s been keeping his mind and body active by taking classes through the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Lifelong Learning Institute. And he’s been encouraging others his age to do the same. “(It’s) good for our brain health because there’s cognitive stimulation in the classes where you either can learn new things, or relearn things that you’ve forgotten many years ago,” Schroeder told WPR’s “Wisconsin Today.” “And for our physical health, we even have classes in line dancing, nature hikes and bicycling. I can cover all those bases.”
Monday, February 2, 2026
Drexel CCI Introduces Micro‑Credentials Aligned with Employer‑Driven Skills - Drexel
With the rapid transformation of technology and the jobs that support the industry, Drexel’s College of Computing & Informatics has always been committed to providing its students with an education that prepares them to meet the challenges of this ever-changing workplace. To achieve this goal, CCI works closely with industry co-op partners to ensure that the college curriculum is constantly evolving to align with employer needs. As a result, CCI has developed a new Digital Badging Program that enables students to demonstrate proficiency in specific computing and informatics skills that are now prioritized by employers. Students who succeed will be awarded a Digital Badge — a micro-credential — that can be included on resumes and presented to employers.Karen DeVose, Ed.D, Assistant Dean for Academic Advising and Student Success, noted that “digital badges transform undergraduate learning into recognizable skills that open doors to opportunity. They make learning visible, meaningful, and marketable to employers.”
Sunday, February 1, 2026
8 Surprising Degrees You Can Earn Online - Anayat Durrani, US News
With scores of options ranging from turfgrass science to professional flight, there's probably an online program for you. "Students today are looking for degrees that align with specific careers, emerging industries and real-world impact, while still offering flexibility," says Elysia Labita, executive director of portfolio strategy for EdPlus at Arizona State University. "Universities are responding by rethinking which programs should be available online, not just which ones are easiest to deliver that way."
Healthcare and tech workers are ditching degrees for quick-fire courses - Yajush Gupta, Dynamic Business
New research from Risepoint shows 26% of online learners gained salary increases after short courses, as two-thirds study in high-need sectors like healthcare and education. What’s happening: New research reveals two-thirds of online learners in Australia are studying fields facing acute talent shortages, including healthcare, education and technology. Why this matters: As Australia grapples with persistent workforce shortages across critical sectors, short-form courses and micro-credentials are emerging as a practical solution.
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