Self-Paced Career Readiness Modules to Launch in Spring 2027

Seton Hall University’s Teaching, Learning, and Technology Center (TLTC) and the Career Center preparing to launch a self-paced program that will help students develop professional skills and demonstrate their readiness for the workplace. Originally announced for spring 2026, the initiative is now scheduled to debut in spring 2027.

The modules guide students through activities aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers’ (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Participants who complete modules will earn a Career Readiness Badge issued by the Career Center, which they can add to LinkedIn profiles, résumés and portfolios to highlight their preparation for internships and future employment.

Helping Students Demonstrate Their Skills

The program gives students a structured way to connect their classroom and co-curricular experiences to the qualifications employers seek. By completing activities and earning a badge, participants can document their learning and draw on specific examples when preparing applications or discussing their strengths in interviews. The self-paced format also allows them to take an active role in their professional development.

“Microcredentials and the Career Readiness Badge give students a real edge,” said Jorge E. Rivera, director of the Career Center. “They verify that a student has practiced and demonstrated key competencies such as communication, teamwork and technology skills, helping them stand out in a fast-changing job market.”

Grounding the modules in the NACE framework provides a shared language for describing what students have learned and how those abilities apply in the workplace. This connection can help participants explain the value of experiential learning gained through coursework and campus involvement as they pursue professional opportunities.

Preparing Students for What Comes Next 

The initiative grew out of Rivera’s efforts to strengthen the student experience and better prepare graduates for the workforce. Working with Renee Cicchino, director of instructional design and training in the TLTC, he helped shape those goals into a self-paced program. Rivera also hopes the collaboration will deepen relationships with employers on and off campus while broadening access to experiential learning.

“As students gather more microcredentials, they will be building a strong foundation of NACE Career Readiness Competencies, which will help them secure internships, leadership opportunities and full-time roles after graduation,” Rivera said.

Long-term plans include expanding the number of available badges and integrating the program more widely across academic offerings. The initiative supports Priority 1 of Inspiring Great Minds to Greater Purpose: Strategic Plan 2025–30, which calls for transformational learning experiences and expanded access to career-focused resources. Through this partnership, the TLTC and the Career Center aim to help students recognize the professional value of their University experiences and communicate that preparation as they pursue their next opportunity.

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