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The Nova Scotia Career Development Association - NSCDA - powers the people and systems behind effective employment services. We don’t work directly with citizens; we support the professionals who do - by setting standards, training practitioners, and strengthening the infrastructure that makes career services consistent, professional, and future-ready. Think of us as the engine behind Nova Scotia’s workforce development system.
In From the Field, we bring you sharp, 10-minute conversations with voices on career development, workforce trends, and the future of work—because big ideas don’t always need a big time commitment.
The Nova Scotia Career Development Association - NSCDA - powers the people and systems behind effective employment services. We don’t work directly with citizens; we support the professionals who do - by setting standards, training practitioners, and strengthening the infrastructure that makes career services consistent, professional, and future-ready. Think of us as the engine behind Nova Scotia’s workforce development system.
In From the Field, we bring you sharp, 10-minute conversations with voices on career development, workforce trends, and the future of work—because big ideas don’t always need a big time commitment.
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Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Episode 2: From Learning to Earning: Why Microcredentials Matter Now
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
In this episode of From the Field, NSCDA’s Connie Corse and Teresa Francis explore the rise of microcredentials and their impact on today’s job market. With insight and practical examples, they unpack what microcredentials are, why they’re gaining attention, and how they help job seekers, career practitioners, and employers alike. From stackable learning to skills-based hiring, this conversation shows why microcredentials are more than a buzzword—they’re a pathway from learning to earning. If you work in career services, hire talent, or are looking to grow your own skills, this episode is for you.

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