Category: NZ Tertiary Sector
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The Rise of Micro-Credentials: From Pilot to Platform
From zero in 2018 to nearly 455 by late 2024, micro-credentials have become the fastest-growing part of New Zealand’s tertiary system. Here’s what’s driving the rise — and what gaps remain.
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The Turning Point: Ako Aotearoa’s Likely Closure and the Rise of Micro-Credentials
With TEC funding withdrawn and disestablishment on the table, Ako Aotearoa’s likely closure leaves a capability gap. Micro-credentials offer the sector’s clearest path forward.