UTPB Credentials
Build the skills employers are looking for with a credential from The University of Texas Permian Basin. Our accelerated credential programs prepare you for high-demand careers through flexible learning options that fit your schedule.
Whether you're advancing your career, changing professions, or building new skills, UTPB offers certificates and micro-credentials designed to help you reach your goals.
Whether you're advancing your career, changing professions, or building new skills, UTPB offers certificates and micro-credentials designed to help you reach your goals.
Build Skills Without Committing to a Full Degree
You don't always need another degree to build new skills or advance your career. UTPB offers flexible credentialing options that allow you to gain specialized knowledge, strengthen your résumé, and develop career-ready skills in less time than a traditional degree program.
Certificates
Certificates provide focused study in a specialized area and are designed to strengthen career-specific knowledge and skills. Completion time varies by program, with some certificates taking as little as one semester and others requiring a year or longer.
Micro-Credentials
Micro-credentials are short, competency-based programs focused on practical skills in a specific career field. Some micro-credentials may also result in a certificate.
Coursera Career Academy
UTPB students, faculty, staff, and alumni can access Coursera Career Academy for free, with online courses and professional certificates from leading companies and universities designed to build skills beyond the classroom.
These options can help you build targeted skills without committing to a full degree program.
Find the Option That Fits Your Goals
Choose a certificate or micro-credential if you want to:
- Develop specialized knowledge in a focused area.
- Add career-ready skills to your existing education or experience.
- Complete structured learning without pursuing a full degree.
Explore Coursera Career Academy if you want to:
- Learn online at your own pace.
- Build skills in areas such as business, technology, data, and project management.
- Earn professional certificates from recognized companies and organizations.
At a Glance
Credential Options
•Certificates
•Micro-credentials
•Coursera professional certificates
Time to Complete
•Varies by program
•Options range from short-term to a year or longer
Flexible Learning
•Online
•On campus
•Hybrid
Who Can Participate?
•Students
•Alumni
•Working professionals
•Eligibility varies by program
Career Benefits
•Build job-ready skills
•Strengthen your résumé
•Demonstrate specialized knowledge
Ready to Add a Certificate?
Current UTPB students can request to add a certificate to their degree plan by completing the request form.
Why Choose a Micro-Credential
Stand Out
Industry Aligned
Portable
Stackable
FAQs
Corporate Partnerships
Looking to upskill your workforce?
Partner with UT Permian Basin to create customized credential programs designed to meet your organization's training and workforce development needs. Our faculty collaborate with employers to deliver practical, industry-focused instruction that helps employees build new skills and advance professionally.
Ready to explore a partnership?
Questions About UTPB Credentials?
Whether you're exploring programs, scholarship opportunities, or corporate partnerships, our team is here to help.
Contact the Credentialing Team