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In the world of higher education and professional certification, Digital Credentials are setting the course for a more efficient, secure and transparent future. This article explores the main differences between a PDF certificate and a digital certificate on Blockchain. If you have already managed traditional or digital certificates, find out what changes when adopting the Blockchain technology, what information to consider, and how this innovation transforms the verification and use of credentials.
What are Digital Credentials?
Digital Credentials are electronically issued certifications that validate a person’s achievements, competencies or skills in an innovative format that is globally accepted, interoperable and socializable on professional platforms with a click. These credentials include key metadata such as:
- Description of the achievement obtained.
- Skills developed.
- Criteria
- Evidence and annexes
- Issue and expiration date (if applicable)
In addition, digital credentials on Blockchain allow for real-time verification, guaranteeing their authenticity and avoiding fraud.
Main differences between a traditional or PDF certificate and a digital credential with Blockchain
- Verification: While a PDF certificate requires manual verification, Digital Credentials on Blockchain are validated in real time.
- Security: PDF certificates are susceptible to manipulation, while Blockchain guarantees the immutability of information.
- Portability: A PDF must be manually downloaded and uploaded to platforms such as LinkedIn. In contrast, Digital Credentials can be shared with a single click from the issuing platform.
- Rich Metadata: Digital Credentials include additional information such as skills, assessment criteria, evidence attachments and links for further details.
- Sustainability: Opting for Digital Credentials reduces paper usage, aligning with sustainability goals.
What should you consider when creating a digital certificate or badge with Blockchain?
Creating Digital Credentials with Blockchain requires considering several key aspects:
- Defining the achievement and metadata:
-Title of the achievement.
-Detailed description.
-Skills and criteria for certification.
-Evidence or attachments (if applicable). - Design: Whether it is the stamp or the digital certificate.
- Suitable platforms: Use solutions such as Acreditta, which allows you to automate the certification management process, as well as offering the option of associating a PDF with the digital credential, offering two formats in one.
How to create a digital recognition template?
The Acreditta platform facilitates the creation of Digital Credentials in three main formats:
- Digital Badge: Ideal for Micro-credentials and specific achievements.
- Electronic Certificates: Replacement or complement of traditional certificates.
- Digital titles with Blockchain: Designed to certify undergraduate and graduate programs in educational institutions.
Step by step:
- Design your emblem or certificate.
- Access the platform and select the type of credential you wish to create.
- Fill in the template with the required metadata.
- Send in bulk via Excel/CSV or individually.
- Accredited users will receive an email to accept their credentials, without having to create an account.
For a detailed guide, see This step by step in Acreditta.
In conclusion, adopting Digital Credentials on Blockchain not only optimizes the verification and security of achievements, but also simplifies their use and promotes sustainability. This technology represents a significant evolution in the way of certifying, providing a more agile and valuable experience for users. In addition, it allows to detail and document skills and achievements accurately, strengthening trust between issuers and accredited persons.
For organizations, this transformation implies a move towards more modern and efficient processes, capable of responding to the needs of an interconnected and highly competitive world. As technology continues to advance, Digital Credentials are consolidated as a key element in the training, certification and recognition of skills for the future.
Get started today! If you are interested in learning more about how to implement Digital Credentials in your organization, write to us at info@acreditta.com.
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