34 - Digital Badges Expand Reach and Impact of WorkKeys

03/08/2022 32 min

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Episode Synopsis

The release of episode 34 of Ready for Work marks a milestone at ACT® in the launch of Digital Badges for the WorkKeys® National Career Readiness Certificate® (NCRC®). Guests include Pat Leonard, the VP for Business Development at Credly®, and Neil Reddy, CEO of the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC). Listen in for benefits to working learners, employers, and the full workforce ecosystem. Episode 34 gives a quick overview on the value of badging, best practices for integrating badges for educators and employers, and tips to maximize the online presence of employers and career seekers. 

Voices of Excellence on Episode 34


Pat Leonard, Vice President of Business Development at Credly®, LinkedIn
Neil Reddy, CEO, Manufacturing Skill Standards Council, LinkedIn


Links and Resources


Announcements and Resources on WorkKeys® Digital Badging
ACT WorkKeys NCRC® on Credly®     
MSSC on Credly®
Credly Announcement of ACT Partnership
Transcript of Episode 34 (PDF)
ACT Workforce Summit
ACT Work Ready Communities
ACT Workforce Solutions


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