--- title: "The Next Frontier in Professional Learning: Trends, Tech, and the Rise of Microcredentials" description: Discover why microcredentials are reshaping upskilling, credentialing, and learner engagement in today’s evolving workforce. image: https://info.benchprep.com/hubfs/Webinars/2025%20Webinars/May%2021%20-%20BadgeCert%20Fireside%20Chat/The%20Next%20Frontier%20webinar-post%20show_linkedin.png --- [![header-svg](https://info.benchprep.com/hubfs/header-svg.svg "header-svg")](https://www.benchprep.com/) - Solutions - [Solutions Overview](https://www.benchprep.com/benchprep-solutions-overview) - [Credentialing & Exam Prep](https://www.benchprep.com/credentialing-test-prep) - [Practice Exams](https://www.benchprep.com/practice-tests) - [Software Certification Training](https://www.benchprep.com/software-cert-training) - [Continuing Education](https://www.benchprep.com/continuing-education) - Product - [Product Overview](https://www.benchprep.com/product-overview) - [Learning Technology](https://www.benchprep.com/learning-technology) - [Administrative Tools](https://www.benchprep.com/administrative-tools) - [Reporting & Data](https://www.benchprep.com/reporting-data) - [Content Management](https://www.benchprep.com/content-management) - [Professional Services](https://www.benchprep.com/professional-services) - [Integrations](https://www.benchprep.com/integration) - [Customers](https://www.benchprep.com/customer-stories) - Resources - [Webinars and Events](https://www.benchprep.com/events) - [Featured Resources](https://www.benchprep.com/resources) - [All Digital Resources](https://info.benchprep.com/digital-learning-resources) - [Blog](https://blog.benchprep.com) - Company - [About BenchPrep](https://www.benchprep.com/about-benchprep) - [Life at BenchPrep](https://www.benchprep.com/life-at-benchprep) - [Newsroom](https://www.benchprep.com/news-room) - [Contact Us](https://www.benchprep.com/contact-us) - [Request for Proposal](https://www.benchprep.com/request-for-proposal) - [Pricing](https://www.benchprep.com/pricing) [![](https://info.benchprep.com/hubfs/login-icon.svg) Log In](https://benchprep.com/login) [![Request a Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3653985/203374ef-ce38-4361-bf38-4157da2daeac.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3653985/203374ef-ce38-4361-bf38-4157da2daeac) ![header-svg](https://info.benchprep.com/hubfs/header-svg.svg "header-svg") - Solutions - [Solutions Overview](https://www.benchprep.com/benchprep-solutions-overview) - [Credentialing & Exam Prep](https://www.benchprep.com/credentialing-test-prep) - [Practice Exams](https://www.benchprep.com/practice-tests) - [Software Certification Training](https://www.benchprep.com/software-cert-training) - [Continuing Education](https://www.benchprep.com/continuing-education) - Product - [Product Overview](https://www.benchprep.com/product-overview) - [Learning Technology](https://www.benchprep.com/learning-technology) - [Administrative Tools](https://www.benchprep.com/administrative-tools) - [Reporting & Data](https://www.benchprep.com/reporting-data) - [Content Management](https://www.benchprep.com/content-management) - [Professional Services](https://www.benchprep.com/professional-services) - [Integrations](https://www.benchprep.com/integration) - [Customers](https://www.benchprep.com/customer-stories) - Resources - [Webinars and Events](https://www.benchprep.com/events) - [Featured Resources](https://www.benchprep.com/resources) - [All Digital Resources](https://info.benchprep.com/digital-learning-resources) - [Blog](https://blog.benchprep.com) - Company - [About BenchPrep](https://www.benchprep.com/about-benchprep) - [Life at BenchPrep](https://www.benchprep.com/life-at-benchprep) - [Newsroom](https://www.benchprep.com/news-room) - [Contact Us](https://www.benchprep.com/contact-us) - [Request for Proposal](https://www.benchprep.com/request-for-proposal) - [Pricing](https://www.benchprep.com/pricing) - [Log In](https://benchprep.com/login) - [Get a Demo](https://www.benchprep.com/get-started) ![The Next Frontier webinar-post show_landing-page](https://info.benchprep.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinars/2025%20Webinars/May%2021%20-%20BadgeCert%20Fireside%20Chat/The%20Next%20Frontier%20webinar-post%20show_landing-page.png?width=1200&height=526&name=The%20Next%20Frontier%20webinar-post%20show_landing-page.png) Professional learning is evolving—and fast. As workforce demands shift, the way we deliver, validate, and recognize learning must evolve too. Hear from Ashish Rangnekar, CEO and Co-Founder of BenchPrep, and Miranda Gallardo, Product Manager of BadgeCert, during this lively fireside chat about the future of lifelong learning—and why microcredentials are leading the charge. They unpack the trends driving demand for continuous upskilling, the rise of microcredentials, and how technology is reshaping what learners expect—and what learning organizations must deliver. Whether you’re rethinking your credentialing strategy or looking to stay ahead of the curve, this conversation will leave you with actionable insights and fresh perspective. You’ll learn: - What’s driving the shift toward lifelong learning and professional growth - Why microcredentials are gaining traction—and how they’re changing the game - How platforms like BenchPrep and BadgeCert are powering modern learning ecosystems - What’s next for credentialing, recognition, and learner engagement ### Fill out the form below to download a copy of the recording! ![The Next Frontier webinar-post show_landing-page](https://info.benchprep.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Webinars/2025%20Webinars/May%2021%20-%20BadgeCert%20Fireside%20Chat/The%20Next%20Frontier%20webinar-post%20show_landing-page.png?width=1200&height=526&name=The%20Next%20Frontier%20webinar-post%20show_landing-page.png) Professional learning is evolving—and fast. As workforce demands shift, the way we deliver, validate, and recognize learning must evolve too. Hear from Ashish Rangnekar, CEO and Co-Founder of BenchPrep, and Miranda Gallardo, Product Manager of BadgeCert, during this lively fireside chat about the future of lifelong learning—and why microcredentials are leading the charge. They unpack the trends driving demand for continuous upskilling, the rise of microcredentials, and how technology is reshaping what learners expect—and what learning organizations must deliver. Whether you’re rethinking your credentialing strategy or looking to stay ahead of the curve, this conversation will leave you with actionable insights and fresh perspective. 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