Accreditors and Nondegree Credentials: What’s Around the Corner?

How are accreditors are adapting to the growing role of nondegree credentials as federal policy changes, including Workforce Pell, increase demand for quality assurance beyond traditional degree programs? Authors Michelle Van Noy and Thomas Hilliard argue that accreditors will likely play a larger role in evaluating the quality and effectiveness of nondegree offerings while balancing innovation, accountability, and the diverse purposes these credentials serve.