Belshaw argues for clarity in defining “microcredentials” and advocates for interoperable technical standards (e.g. Open Badges v3). The practical significance of microcredentials extends beyond adding more options for learners; it provides higher education institutions with a means to capture and credential a wider range of competencies and experiential learning. In Ireland, and across Europe through initiatives such as the European Digital Credentials for Learning, microcredentials have the potential to align student learning more closely with emergent workforce demands.