Program Overview

Introduction to the EverUp Micro-Credential Program

The EverUp Micro-Credential program, launched by CUNY and The New York Jobs CEO Council, is designed to help CUNY undergraduate students build the skills and networks needed to land in-demand jobs and internships at leading companies.

Program Overview

Micro-Credentials are 100-hour online intensives that certify students have mastered specific skills or competencies in areas directly associated with high-demand jobs. These credentials are shaped by experts from New York's biggest employers, ensuring students learn the skills needed to secure jobs and internships at those companies. Successful completers receive a $300 stipend and ongoing professional benefits, including an EverUp LinkedIn badge.

EverUp Micro-Credentials

The following Micro-Credentials were offered in Summer 2022:

• Cybersecurity
• Data Analytics
• Finance
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Software Engineering
• Systems Administration
• User Experience Design

Cybersecurity

This Micro-Credential teaches the fundamentals of telecommunications networks, including networking media, topology, switching, management, and the Open System Interface (OSI) layered organization. Students also learn about network security and techniques for detecting and correcting security vulnerabilities, preparing them for CompTIA Security+ professional IT certification.

Data Analytics

This Micro-Credential teaches students how to extract information from raw data, generate actionable insights, and gather, wrangle, analyze, and visualize data to inform business strategy. Students learn SQL, Python, and Tableau, applying their skills through real-world projects.

Finance

This Micro-Credential covers core concepts, skills, and knowledge in introductory accounting and finance. Students learn how to analyze financial information, understand financial management decisions, data, and goals, and describe ways of reporting data and using financial statements.

Marketing

In this Micro-Credential, students learn the foundations of marketing and digital marketing, including STP strategy, 4P mix, social media marketing, and content marketing. They also learn basic Excel skills for managing and analyzing business data and how to conduct basic statistical analyses and develop/implement analytical business solutions.

Project Management

The Project Management Micro-Credential teaches frameworks, methods, and tools/techniques for managing projects. Students learn Microsoft Project and gain a deep understanding of organizing projects within timeframe, budget, scope, and intended quality, preparing them for the CAPM or PMP certification exam.

Software Engineering

This Micro-Credential helps students build and apply in-demand web development skills. Students learn programming languages, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and SQL, and acquire tools and technologies to succeed in front- and back-end development, as well as full stack development.

Systems Administration

In this Micro-Credential, students learn foundational skills necessary for an entry-level job or internship in systems administration, with an emphasis on mastering technical skills required for a Junior Systems Administration role. They learn how to assist in the maintenance/support of local area networks, computer hardware and software, and Microsoft Windows and Linux systems.

User Experience Design

User Experience (UX) Design is the process of engaging users and improving their experience with a physical or digital product. Through curriculums in "Visual Design" and "Human Centered Design," students learn how to conduct research, create prototypes, and use problem-solving skills to create seamless user experiences.

Eligibility and Application

To be eligible, students must be currently enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor's degree program at a CUNY college and have completed at least 30 credits by the Micro-Credential start date. They must also have access to wireless internet and a laptop or computer. Applications for Spring 2022 are open.

Program Details

• The 100 hours are typically distributed over 1 to 2 months.
• Before training begins, students must attend an orientation.
• Multiple sessions of the orientation will be offered.
• Some Micro-Credentials cover more advanced material, so students are required to have taken specific classes or have certain competencies.
• Prerequisites are listed within the application; students should review them before applying.
• Micro-Credentials are 100% free.
• Stipends will be distributed 6-8 weeks after completion of the micro-credential.

About the New York Jobs CEO Council

The New York Jobs CEO Council is a nonprofit organization led by some of the largest employers in New York and across the globe. Their mission is to foster collaboration among business, education, and community leaders to create economic opportunities for New Yorkers, especially in diverse, low-income communities. The Council made a commitment to hire 100,000 local New Yorkers for high-potential jobs by 2030, with at least 25% of those positions going to CUNY students and alumni.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: When can I apply for an EverUp Micro-Credential? A: Applications for Spring 2022 are open.
• Q: Can I participate in more than 1 of the EverUp Micro-Credentials? A: If you completed or enrolled in a Micro-Credential in the past, you can still apply for a Micro-Credential in the future. During every application round, each student can only apply to one Micro-Credential.
• Q: Will the EverUp Micro-Credential sessions be offered online or in-person? Synchronous or asynchronous? A: All micro-credentials are 100% online. Most micro-credentials are synchronous, but some include asynchronous hours.
• Q: Who is eligible for the EverUp Micro-Credentials? A: To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled in an Associate or Bachelor’s degree program at a CUNY college and have completed at least 30 credits by the Micro-Credential start date. You must also have access to wireless internet and a laptop or computer.
• Q: Are there prerequisites for any of the EverUp Micro-Credentials? A: Yes. Some Micro-Credentials cover more advanced material, so students are required to have taken specific classes or have certain competencies. Prerequisites are listed within the application; please review them before applying.
• Q: Is there any cost for books or instruction for the EverUp Micro-Credentials? A: No, Micro-Credentials are 100% free.
• Q: What is the time commitment for each EverUp Micro-Credential? A: There will be a variety of schedules that students can choose from. The 100 hours are typically distributed over the course of 1 to 2 months.
• Q: Other than my scheduled class times, are there any other dates I need to be available for? A: Before your training begins, you must attend an orientation. Multiple sessions of the orientation will be offered.
• Q: I started an EverUp Micro-Credential but needed to drop out due to an unavoidable situation. Can I re-join a later session? A: Unfortunately, due to large student demand, we are not able to offer new dates to students who drop out of a Micro-Credential. You may enroll in a different Micro-Credential as they become available in the future.
• Q: What should I do if I need additional academic support with a Micro-Credential? A: Let your instructor know if you are having difficulty meeting the requirements of the Micro-Credential so you can be directed to the appropriate services. You should maintain your connection to your advisor at your home college.
• Q: Do Micro-Credentials appear on my transcript? A: If you successfully complete a micro-credential, it will show up as an extracurricular activity on your transcript. Whether you can receive credit depends on where you are enrolled and the specific micro-credential you completed.
• Q: What is the purpose/intended use of the $300 stipend? A: There is no restriction on how you can use these funds. These funds will not impact students’ financial aid.