From learning to earning: Skills speak louder.
What Is SkillStack®?
SkillStack® is a microcredential platform that allows Idaho’s educators to validate the skills their learners demonstrate proficiency in, leading to industry-relevant digital badges.
What are microcredentials?
Microcredentials are recognized credentials awarded to learners for mastery of skills or concepts defined by industry and educators.
What is a digital badge?
A digital badge is a visual representation of a microcredential embedded with data to verify a learner’s skills and achievements. Criteria within each badge have been developed with industry input.
What are the benefits of digital badges?
Digital badges are:
Verifiable: Prospective employers or postsecondary institutions can identify who issued the badge, when and where it was earned, and what criteria were used to earn it.
Stackable: A set of organized microcredentials can be stacked to symbolize progressive levels of proficiency, complexity, and achievement.
Portable: Individuals can access their badges indefinitely and share them via social media or embed them in a resume for prospective or current employers or postsecondary institutions.
Individuals
It’s simple to gain skills, earn badges, use badges to get college credit or a job.
Employers
Search for candidates based on the skills you need. Start connecting with qualified individuals now.
Educators
Track demonstrated competencies to ensure your student’s are prepared for their next step whether it’s college, other training, or employment.
Students can own, display, store and share their digital portfolio (backpack) in many platforms.
Resources
For Students
Student User Guide – Interactive
Need More Information?
Heather Luchte
Chief Performance and Accountability Officer
208.429.5512
Rick Stoddart
Microcredential Coordinator
208.429.5521
McKenna Stallones
Technical Records Specialist II
208.429.5508