Introduction to digital badges What are digital badges and why should you use them? Digital badges are more than just icons or badge images — they’re verifiable digital credentials that showcase an individual’s skills, learning progress, or professional achievements. In a world where lifelong learning and micro-certifications are booming, digital badges offer a flexible and … Read more
If you are choosing a micro-credential solution and are looking for security, customization and ease of use, this article is for you! Badges, Open Badges, Micro-Credentials… it may be confusing to understand the different platforms. Let’s start by explaining what a micro-credential blockchain is, and then describe step by step how the BCdiploma platform works. … Read more
If you’re in the process of choosing a digital credential solution, this article is for you! Digital certificates, diplomas, badges, micro-certifications—the formats are numerous, and every platform promises you the highest level of customization and brand visibility. But what’s the reality, and what are the true impacts on your brand image? BCdiploma introduces its key … Read more
Are the traditional diplomas becoming obsolete? Can micro credentials be a solution to the problem? How can we solve major challenges between education and employment? We have highlighted some of the common challenges faced by employers. Internationally, the rapid adoption of micro-credentials is just recognition of current challenges. Whether it’s a short course, executive education, … Read more
Congratulations, you have just received your certificate in your mailbox! What’s new is that your certificate is provided to you in the form of a simple, secure web link, valid for life. It gives you one-click access to your certified, forgery-proof certificate produced with BCdiploma’s blockchain technology. How to access your certificate? How do you … Read more
While only about half of students actually finish their degrees, many enter the job market with more than three years of undergraduate studies behind them, and so it can be difficult to stand out, even after obtaining a Master’s. This is one of the reasons why employers are increasingly appreciating stacked credentials, that is, credentials … Read more
Ever heard of Europass? Developed by the European Commission, this digital tool aims to standardize and promote the communication of training and education qualifications throughout the European Union. Since the reputation of an institution plays a major role in its influence, similarly digital credentials can be used to raise awareness of your institution on the … Read more
Under the labor code of certain countries, a job applicant “must respond in good faith” to information requests from recruiters. Nevertheless, many job seekers have taken to lying on their resumes, such as stating that they have obtained credentials for which they have had no training. To fight diploma and certification fraud and facilitate verification, … Read more
In the recruitment process, nearly one in three applicants declares false information on their CV. In addition to lying about skills and work experience, it is not uncommon for candidates to present counterfeit academic certificates. To protect academic qualifications from forgery and tampering, verifiable diploma certificates or credentials can be generated and recorded on a … Read more
Numerous organizations, universities, training centres and companies have a digital accreditation solution or plan to adopt one in the near future. In France, several higher education establishments have already taken a step ahead in this field, such as the IAE of Dijon and the University of Lille, while other entities are still wondering whether such … Read more