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Credential definitions

When it comes to integrating with SEEK Pass via our Add to SEEK Pass integration method, selecting the appropriate credential type is crucial. To streamline this process, we provide you with an easy-to-follow table to help you identify and choose the credential type that best fits your specific requirements.

How to Use the Table:

  1. Identify Your Needs: Determine the nature of your credential
  2. Consult the Table: Refer to the table below to see the different digital credential item types available and their example use cases
  3. Select the Best Fit: Choose the digital credential type that aligns with your objectives and technical constraints
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Please note if you select a digital credential type for integration that is not appropriate, we will not enable your credential to go-live until it is corrected.

Credential Selection Table

TypeDefinitionApplicable Uses
Education Qualification
Live
Standard
Accredited training undertaken to gain skills and knowledge.Training is generally undertaken at a government recognised providers including private operators and public universities.
Timing:
  1. 1.
    Credential can only be awarded post conferral date of qualification
Examples:
  1. 1.
    All Degree level qualifications (from Bachelor → PhD and post-doctoral qualifications)
  2. 2.
    Associates degrees
  3. 3.
    Vocational education certifications
  4. 4.
    Continuous professional development
‘Awaiting graduation’An un-conferred Education Qualification for students that have:
  1. 1.
    Completed all course requirements
  2. 2.
    Are awaiting a graduation ceremony to be conferred
In academia, the recipients of these credentials are commonly referred to as:
  • Candidate for Graduation
  • Graduand
This credential is valuable for hirers that hire candidates about to graduate from a qualification
Timing:
  1. 1.
    Credential can only be awarded pre-conferral date and post-completion of course requirements
Examples:
  1. 1.
    All Degree level qualifications (from Bachelor → PhD and post-doctoral qualifications)
  2. 2.
    Associates degrees
  3. 3.
    Vocational education certifications
  4. 4.
    Continuous professional development
English Proficiency
Live
Proof of English language ability across all or some of the following areas:
  1. 1.
    Written language
  2. 2.
    Oral communication
  3. 3.
    Reading and comprehension
Examples:Results from the following English proficiency tests can be used as proof:
  1. 1.
    IELTS
  2. 2.
    English Score
  3. 3.
    TOEFL
  4. 4.
    Duolingo English test
  5. 5.
    Cambridge English test
  6. 6.
    Pearson PTE
If you would like your test added to the list above, please reach out and contact us to discuss
Learning and Development
Live
Proof of training or professional development that sits outside of the Education Qualification credential
Examples:
  1. 1.
    Short courses
  2. 2.
    Microcredentials
Digital ID
Live
Proof of an individual’s identity to showcase who they are
Examples:The data from the following documents and sources, though not limited, could be used as proof:
  1. 1.
    Passport
  2. 2.
    Government issued ID
  3. 3.
    Drivers Licenses
  4. 4.
    Results from an existing ID verification
  5. 5.
    Other government documents
Right to Work
Live
Proof of the legal ability to work in a given country
Examples:The data from the following documents and sources, though not limited, could be used as proof:
  1. 1.
    Passport
  2. 2.
    Government issued ID
  3. 3.
    Citizenship Certificate
  4. 4.
    Other government documents
Career History
Coming Soon
Proof of current or previous employment
Examples:The data from the following documents and sources, though not limited, could be used as proof:
  1. 1.
    Employment contracts
  2. 2.
    Payslips
  3. 3.
    Taxation documents
  4. 4.
    Results from a government portal
  5. 5.
    Entries from a HRIS system
Other SEEK Pass credentialsAdded upon request
All credentials listed here can be supported by Add to SEEK Pass upon request
Universal Credential
Coming Soon
Credential format for all other credentials that do not fit the above categories.
Examples:
  1. 1.
    Chartered Accountant certification
  2. 2.
    Railway Access Card
  3. 3.
    Master Builders Association certification
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