New York Sate Education Department Digital Badges & Credentials provide students with a modern way to showcase their skills, achievements, and career readiness beyond traditional grades and transcripts. These secure, verifiable digital badges recognize accomplishments such as career and technical skills, workplace readiness, and industry-aligned learning.

For students, digital badges highlight what they know and can do—making their strengths visible to colleges, employers, and training programs. For parents, they offer a clear, trusted signal that learning experiences meet statewide standards and connect directly to real-world opportunities. Together, NYSED Digital Badges & Credentials help bridge school, college, and career pathways while preparing students for success after graduation.

Micro-credentials combine in- and out-of-school learning. Collections of micro-credentials yield credentials focused on PoG characteristics and career pathway accomplishments. All badges are managed through Accredible and provide verified evidence of your achievements.