"How Micro-Credentials Are Solving the Skills Gap Crisis" - (Written by Lakshmy Iyer )
" How Micro-Credentials Are Solving the Skills Gap Crisis " Written by Lakshmy Iyer ( Manager Academic & Curriculum Management) I recently attended the Applied Learning Conference (2–4 July 2025) at the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), where industry leaders, educators, and policymakers converged to discuss the future of workforce readiness. One resounding theme emerged: micro-credentials and bite-sized learning which are revolutionising post-secondary education. And institutions like Eduquest—a Recognised Training Provider (RTP)—hold the key to unlocking the potential for working professionals and job seekers. 1. Industry Insights from SIT: Why Micro-Credentials Matter At the conference, experts emphasised that rapid technological shifts (AI, automation, green tech) demand agile skill-building. Traditional degrees alone can’t keep pace. As Dr. Tan Thiam Soon, President of SIT, noted: "Lifelong learning is no longer optional—it’s metabolic. Micro-cred...