Microcredentials and certificates are short and focused educational credentials designed
to provide learners with competencies and skills that are in high demand by employers
and industry. Upon successful completion of some microcredentials, you will be issued
a digital badge that can be displayed, verified and shared online, such as on resumes,
LinkedIn and other professional social media profiles. A digital badge is a visual,
digital representation of a credential, skill or competency that a student has gained
through particular learning experiences.
What Types of Microcredentials and Certificates Are Offered?
Non-credit industry certificates are offered on Coursera by Google, IBM, Meta, etc.
Why Should You Earn a Microcredential?
Gain high-demand skills that align with your career interests and increase your employability.
Showcase your skills and competencies to potential employers.
Differentiate yourself in the competitive job market.
Discover UT Tyler’s Microcredentials
UT Tyler offers three different types of microcredentials. Credit-bearing microcredentials
are academic credentials with a varying range of credit hours. Non-credit-bearing
microcredentials are industry credentials that do not offer academic credit, such
as certificates offered through Continuing Education or Grow with Google. Co-curricular
microcredentials are related to career development, applied learning and/or campus
engagement, and they do not offer academic credit.
Unlock role-specific training and access more than 35 entry-level Professional Certificates and connect with industry leaders from top companies like Google, IBM, Meta and Intuit.
These certificates are offered at NO COST and prepare students without prior work
experience to enter attractive digital careers.
Open the Career Academy for Students website and click “Join.”
Click “Sign Up.”
Enter your full name, Patriots email and password.
Register your account and confirm your email address. Please be aware that the verification
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reaching out for assistance.
If you encounter problems on the Coursera website, please access the Learn Support Website and utilize the chat function. This resource is designed to assist with concerns
pertaining to video playback, grades and assignments, as well as account settings.
For support with enrollment issues into the Coursera Course Academy, please email
Canvas@uttyler.edu.
Android Developer
Build and write code for mobile apps hosted on Android devices such as smartphones or mobile tablets.
Application Developer
Build, operate and maintain applications to run on the cloud through specialization in cloud-computing tools and infrastructure.
Back-End Developer
Use industry-standard tools and programming systems to build the structures that help websites function.
Bookkeeper
Manage a company’s financial accounts and ensure accuracy by recording transactions, utilizing spreadsheets and accounting software, and focusing on administrative tasks.
Career Coach
Help individuals plan their careers through goal setting, job searching, developing workplace skills and more.
Career-Ready Microcredential
Prepare to enter the workplace and launch your career by addressing career-related goals and outcomes of curricular and extracurricular activities.
Certificate in Business Communications
Create presentations and workplace documents that inform and persuade through clear and concise oral and written business communications.
Certificate in Computer Skills for the Office
Build skills in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel, to unlock new potential with data.
Certificate in Creativity and Innovation
Channel and leverage your creativity and innovation to solve organizational challenges and meet goals.
Certificate in Digital Marketing
Develop marketing strategies and keep up with evolving technological trends as a digital marketing strategist.
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Learn the basics of entrepreneurship to build and grow your business.
Certificate in Finance Essentials
Discover how finance and accounting tools support informed decision making within organizations.
Certificate in Leadership
Learn how to lead an effective team, encourage change, achieve work-life balance and stand out as a leader among your peers.
Certificate in Leadership for Women in Business
Explore the social and psychological challenges that professional women face and advance your career.
Certificate in Management Skills
Foster strong connections, lead change and resolve potential conflicts as a successful new or experienced manager.
Certificate in Nonprofit Management
Gain insight into how nonprofits function and develop competencies in fundraising, board and volunteer development, budgeting, leadership, marketing and management.
Certificate in Online Learning
Design and create online learning content for organizations and institutions of higher education.
Certificate in Small Business Management
Understand the basics of small business management, from approving project plans, budgeting, employee training and development, and marketing.
Certificate in Sustainable Management
Generate profits, protect the environment and improve the lives of people you interact with through a sustainable business.
Certificate in Web Design
Build your own website, from concept to completion and execute your design following best practices.
Customer Service Representative
Interact with customers to answer questions and solve problems in person, over the phone or online.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Protect your company’s hardware, software and network from theft, loss or unauthorized access by defending against cyber threats and responding to security breaches.
Data Analyst
Identify, extract, analyze and visualize data to communicate insights using tools like Python, R, SQL, Excel and Tableau.
Data Engineer
Utilize strong programming and problem-solving skills to design and build systems for collecting, storing and analyzing data.
Data Scientist
Use data to explain what happens around you, make predictions and help organizations make better decisions.
Data Warehouse Developer
Build and maintain systems to transform and store large amounts of structured data for data analysts to develop business intelligence.
Development Operations Engineer
Optimize the software development cycle by coordinating the activities of different teams through analytical thinking, project management and computer network skills.
Digital Marketer
Develop digital marketing plans and strategies for businesses through social media, search engine optimization and email.
Front-End Developer
Design and develop the look, feel, function and experience of a website by developing features with users in mind and ensuring brand consistency.
Human Resources Specialist
Engage in various human resource activities, including recruiting, screening, interviewing, and placing individuals within an organization.
IT Project Manager
Oversee various projects in the information technology industry, including the development of new products and the enhancement of technology and systems.
IT Support Specialist
Support, install, fix and maintain hardware and software for an organization’s computer systems and networks.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Exam
Demonstrate mastery, competency and comprehension of Six Sigma principles, strategies, tools and techniques, and prepare for the MindEdge Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification exam.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course and Exam
Prepare for the MindEdge Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification exam by mastering key concepts through interactive games, exercises, case studies and quizzes.
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate Course and Exam
Prepare for the MindEdge Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification exam and explore the essential components of the DMAIC methodology, describing the important themes, principles and tools needed to refine processes and enhance operations.
Mainframe Developer
Write and test code, perform maintenance on applications, and collaborate with other developers and systems engineers to create and maintain applications for mainframe systems.
Marketing Analyst
Position your company to sell its products and services by conducting research, understanding consumers and gathering data.
Network Engineer
Develop and execute systems and processes to ensure the stability and security of networks, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining networks in a 24/7 environment.
Online Certified Modern Banking Representative Certificate
Develop your career and take on modern banking challenges with knowledge, confidence and skill.
Project Manager
Lead teams, define goals and communicate with stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of projects and initiatives.
Recertification Exam - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Earn your recertification as a current MindEdge-certified Six Sigma Green Belt by testing your competency and comprehension of Six Sigma principles, strategies, tools and techniques.
Recertification Exam - Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Earn your recertification as a current MindEdge-certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt by testing your competency and comprehension of Six Sigma principles, strategies, tools and techniques.
Sales Development Representative
Stand on the front lines of businesses, connect with customers and offer the right solutions for their problems.
Sales Operations Specialist
Help sales and marketing teams optimize the sales process by utilizing a customer relationship management tool like Salesforce or Hubspot to collect and analyze data.
Sales Representative
Build client relationships, generate leads, and sell products and services for your business.
Social Media Marketer
Drive brand awareness and sales through content, campaigns and digital tools on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X and others.
Solutions Architect
Work closely with clients and deliver end-to-end project solutions from design to implementation.
Technology Consultant
Help clients meet their business objectives by guiding the use of technology and IT infrastructure.
UX Designer
Focus on the interaction between users and products by making products easy to use and enjoyable through creating solutions.
iOS Developer
Build and write code for apps hosted on Apple’s operating system.