August 6, 2026

Measuring – and Proving – the Effectiveness Of Non-Degree Programs

As non-degree and certificate programs rapidly grow, community colleges face mounting pressure to prove their true return on investment. Calbright College highlights how institutions are moving beyond traditional academic metrics by partnering with CredLens to capture verified post-graduation outcomes—demonstrating tangible career success, such as an 80% employment rate and an $8,000 median salary increase for its graduates.