Ep. 414 - Oct. 14, 2025 - How Valuable Are Credentials as an Alternative Career Pathway?

Matt Sigelman, President of the Burning Glass Institute, dives into the complexities of occupational credentials. He reveals that only one-third of credentials improve job outcomes, highlighting significant variability in their value. Sigelman discusses which fields produce low-value credentials and details the characteristics that make certain credential providers successful. He also examines the need for evidence-based funding models to ensure credentials meet workforce demands, posing the critical question of their lasting impact on career pathways.