Microcredentials

Get Ahead with Skills That Matter

New Brunswick’s job market isn’t slowing down, and neither should you. Whether you’re looking to move up, switch careers, or stay competitive, the fastest way forward is by building the right skills, right now.

NBCC Microcredentials are short, targeted programs designed with employers to help you gain job-ready skills you can use immediately. No fluļ¬€. No long timelines. Just practical training that fits your life and delivers real results.

In weeks you can:

  • Upgrade your skills in high-demand areas
  • Add recognized credentials to your résumé
  • Show employers exactly what you can do

Explore NBCC Microcredentials

With standalone and stackable options, you can choose a single microcredential or combine several to build toward a larger qualification.

Here are the current NBCC Microcredentials available:

ProgramLocation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) FundamentalsOnline | Virtual (Fredericton)
Agriculture Technology: Greenhouse TechnicianOnline
Baking & Pastry Arts: Baking PrinciplesSaint John
Child & Youth Community-Based Care SeriesOnline
Commissioning FundamentalsOnline
Electric Vehicle: Automotive Service TechnicianFredericton, Moncton, Saint John
Entrepreneurship SeriesOnline
Green Building PrinciplesOnline | Virtual (Fredericton)
Payroll Specialist SeriesVirtual, Instructor-led

Built for real jobs. Designed for real life.

  • Learn the exact skills employers are hiring for
  • Prove your abilities through real-world assessments
  • Complete training in weeks, not years
  • Stack credentials to keep moving forward

Earn credentials you can actually use

When you complete a microcredential, you’ll earn a digital badge that verifies your skills, not just your participation.

  • Add it to LinkedIn
  • Include it on your résumé
  • Share it with employers instantly

Ready to take the next step?

Start building in-demand skills today, and see results faster than you thought possible.

Select one of the Microcredentials and apply now.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Microcredential?

A microcredential is a certification of assessed competencies that is additional, alternate, complementary to, or a component of a formal qualification. It’s a short, focused learning experience that helps you gain job-ready, employer-relevant skills and recognition for what you can do.

What is a Digital Badge?

A digital badge is a shareable online icon awarded when you earn a microcredential. Each badge includes metadata that verifies your assessed skills and competencies, showing employers exactly what you’ve achieved.

What is a Milestone Badge?

A milestone badge is a special badge earned when you complete multiple microcredentials that together form a larger credential or qualification. It highlights your progress and commitment to continuous learning.

How do I share my badge?

You can add your badge to your résumé, LinkedIn profile, or other digital platforms to showcase your verified skills and achievements to employers and peers.

Can I earn a certificate or diploma through microcredentials?

Some NBCC microcredentials are stackable, meaning you can combine them to form a larger credential or qualification. Check the details for each program to understand any possible pathways to certificate or diploma programs.

Questions?

1-833-658-2577
ContinuingEd@nbcc.ca

Note: Please indicate location in the subject line of your email (Fredericton, Miramichi, Moncton, Saint John, St. Andrews, Woodstock or Online).