Almost half of U.S. adults with a college degree also hold a certificate in a nondegree education program, according to a Strada-Gallup Education Survey. Released in July of 2021, the poll of 14,000 adults looked at the prevalence, quality and value of nondegree credentials. Findings showed a positive outlook for many adults when it comes to nondegree courses combined with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. The interest by working adults for acquiring nondegree credentials and skills training increased significantly during COVID-19. The Strada poll revealed a surprisingly strong correlation between these nondegree credentials and a person’s view of self-value and career accomplishment.
