What if your students could earn industry-recognized certifications that build a portfolio of real, validated skills that not only open doors to careers but also directly translate into college credits?
The University of Wisconsin-Stout’s B.S. in Automation Leadership is a groundbreaking program that allows students to turn Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) certifications into college credit, creating a seamless transition between career and technical education and a university degree.
Students can earn up to 61 college credits toward this degree through SACA certifications. And because those certifications can be earned in high school, at a technical or community college or at work, students can stack up credentials (degree credits), accelerate their degree, and avoid the added cost of university tuition.
This session will explore how you can integrate SACA certifications into your existing programs to create stronger, more flexible career pathways connecting high school, technical college, and university systems into one cohesive pipeline.
You’ll learn how to:
- Embed SACA certifications into your current courses and labs
- Give students a portfolio of evidence that validates their skills to employers
- Create pathways that support both immediate employment and continued education
- Align your program with a degree pathway in high-demand automation careers
