Educator Micro-credential Policy Map

How are states and districts across the U.S. engaging with micro-credentials for educators? Our interactive map lets you explore policies and implementation stories across the nation.

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Updated Annually: Last updated October 2025

Launched in 2020, Digital Promise’s Educator Micro-credential Policy Map is a snapshot of United States educator micro-credential policies at the district and state levels and with higher education institutions. This map is updated annually, and while it is as comprehensive as possible, be aware that policies may have changed since our last update.

A Look at the National Increase: Micro-credentials Policy Map Reveals New Landscape Shift

Check out our blog about our most recent (2025) policy scan, capturing:

Four new district-level initiatives that explore micro-credentials for teacher professional development or K-12 students
Three new state-level policies or guidelines that explore accepting micro-credentials for teacher professional development
One new higher education institution offering micro-credentials to adult learners

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The 2020 Educator Micro-credential Policy Map was created in partnership with: