What are Microcredentials?

At the most basic level, Microcredentials verify, validate, and attest that specific skills and/or competencies have been achieved. They differ from traditional degrees and certificates in that they are generally offered in shorter or more flexible timespans and tend to be more narrowly focused. Microcredentials can be offered online, in the classroom, or via a hybrid of both.

Our Microcredentials all provide coursework that would count towards a degree, but students aren’t required to be enrolled in a degree program to earn the credential.

Any Microcredentials that you earn at DCC will appear on your official DCC transcript, and you will also earn a “Digital Badge” that will allow you to share your achievement with potential employers on professional networking sites.

DCC is proud to offer the microcredentials listed below.

Business

Small Business Management

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
BUS 102	Foundations of Business	3
BUS 107	Principles of Marketing	3
BUS 108	Small Business Management	3
TOTAL		9

This microcredential can be stacked into the Business Administration A.S. and Business Management A.A.S. degrees.

Exercise Science & Wellness

Personal Trainer Certification

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
PED 202	Fitness Training Practicum	3
WFE 101	Wellness and Fitness Education	3
ESW 203	Personal Training Certification	3
TOTAL		9

This microcredential can be stacked into the Exercise Science & Wellness A.A.S. degree.

Nutrition Specialist Certification

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
BIO 122	Nutrition	3
BUS 102	Foundations of Business	3
ESW 204	Sports Nutrition Specialist Certification	3
TOTAL		9

This microcredential can be stacked into the Exercise Science & Wellness A.A.S. degree.

Strength Coach Certification

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
PED 202	Fitness Training Practicum	3
BIO 122	Nutrition	3
ESW 205	Strength Coach Certification	3
TOTAL		9

This microcredential can be stacked into the Exercise Science & Wellness A.A.S. degree.