Modernizing Credentials for the Digital Economy
Midwest State University implemented SkillsOS to launch a comprehensive digital credentialing program, enabling students to earn and share verifiable micro-credentials that employers can instantly validate.
Traditional transcripts failed to capture the full range of skills students developed through coursework, internships, and extracurricular activities. Employers reported difficulty understanding what graduates could actually do, leading to longer hiring processes and mismatched expectations. The university needed a way to make student achievements more visible and verifiable.
Using SkillsOS, Midwest State mapped competencies across their entire curriculum and implemented a verifiable credential system. Students now earn digital badges for specific skills, which are cryptographically signed and can be shared on LinkedIn or directly with employers. The platform also provided analytics on which credentials employers valued most.
“Our students finally have a way to showcase their real capabilities. The verifiable credentials have become a competitive advantage in the job market, and employers tell us they can make hiring decisions faster because they trust what they see.”
Join Midwest State University and other leading institutions using SkillsOS to prepare students for the future of work.