Practice Abstract #9: Practice for Micro-credentials

A micro-credential is a short, focused learning program that certifies mastery of a specific skill or competency. In short food supply chains (SFSCs), where high variability exists, there is a strong need for flexible learning, as each actor possesses different knowledge. Lifelong learning is increasingly difficult to actively pursue alongside work, as very little time is available for continuous skill development. Due to the lack of harmonized definitions and frameworks for micro-credentials within SFSC contexts and to facilitate advisory recognition and collaboration in the SFSCs it was necessary to create modular and flexible pathways that support lifelong learning and knowledge consistency via certificated learning materials.