Leadership in Action Microcredential

Leadership in Action badgeDo you want to enhance your leadership abilities and earn a badge that showcases your achievement? The Division of Student Affairs at Jacksonville State University is excited to launch the Leadership in Action Microcredential Program! The “Leadership in Action” microcredential equips students with essential leadership skills across seven core competencies: Self-Reflection and Development, Global Citizenship, Ethical Decision-Making, Campus and Community Engagement, Collaborative Mindset, Effective Communication, and Group Development.

Through participation in a leadership workshop or online course, guided self-reflection, and a capstone project, students gain practical experience and demonstrate their ability to lead ethically and effectively in diverse settings. Upon successful completion of all components, a badge is awarded, recognizing the student’s readiness to contribute as a responsible and engaged global citizen.

Program Format: This program is delivered in two ways: (1) a combination of an in-person workshop and online assignments, or (2) an online workshop and online assignments. Both pathways will require a capstone project that involves work in the community.

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

By the end of this program, you will demonstrate understanding of the following competencies:

  1. Self-Reflection and Development
    • Understand selected leadership principles and theories.
    • Reflect on how principles and theories can be implemented in real-world scenarios.
    • Critically think about innovative practices.
  2. Global Citizenship
    • Model prosocial behaviors within organizations.
    • Understand how to navigate cultural norms and customs.
  3. Ethical Decision Making
    • Understand the ethical considerations of leadership.
    • Utilize trusted resources and feedback to inform decision-making.
  4. Campus and Community Engagement
    • Plan, initiate, manage, complete, and evaluate a leadership capstone project.
  5. Collaborative Mindset
    • Motivate team members through trust and collaboration.
  6. Effective Communication
    • Understand the principles of effective communication.
    • Understand how to inspire a shared vision within an organization.
  7. Group Development
    • Understand team dynamics.
    • Motivate team members through trust and collaboration.

Ready to Get Started?

Getting started is easy! First, sign up for the program through Canvas to track your progress. Then, register for an in-person or online leadership workshop.

 Enroll in Student Affairs Leadership in Action 


To earn the leadership badge, students must complete one of the following:

  • A leadership workshop facilitated by the Dean of Students Office
  • An online course offered by Vector Solutions called “Leadership and Career Readiness”

Important Note

  • Both the in-person workshop and the online course are designed to satisfy the badge requirement.
  • After completing either option, students move on to a guided self-reflection assignment and a capstone project.

Key Features:

  • Dean of Students Office Workshop:
    • Offered directly by Student Affairs staff.
    • Focuses on practical leadership skills and the seven core competencies: Self-Reflection and Development, Global Citizenship, Ethical Decision Making, Campus and Community Engagement, Collaborative Mindset, Effective Communication, and Group Development.
    • May be delivered in-person or virtually.
  • Vector Solutions Online Course:
    • Title: Leadership and Career Readiness.
    • Delivered online, allowing for flexible participation.
    • Covers similar leadership competencies and prepares students for leadership roles and career readiness.

How to Enroll

  • Format: In-person or virtual session facilitated by Student Affairs staff.
  • Topics Covered: Leadership principles, ethical decision-making, collaboration, communication, and campus engagement.
  • How to Register:
    1. Visit the Dean of Students Office Campus Groups event page or check your student email for upcoming workshop dates.
    2. Sign up for a session that fits your schedule.
    3. Attend the workshop and actively participate.

  • Course Title: Leadership and Career Readiness
  • Format: Online, self-paced modules.
  • Topics Covered: Goal setting, communication strategies, team dynamics, and leadership in diverse environments.
  • How to Access:
    1. Log in to the Vector Solutions portal using your student credentials.
    2. Click on the "View Library" link at the bottom of the "My Assignments" page
    3. Search for “Leadership and Career Readiness” and enroll.
    4. Complete all modules and assessments.

Option 1 or Option 2 is Required!

Completion of either option is required before students can proceed to the self-reflection and capstone project components.

Capstone Project

The final requirement for the micocredential is a capstone project, which requires students to plan, initiate, manage, complete, and evaluate an initiative for a student organization or community partner.

You will develop a plan that addresses how you plan to execute your project, receive approval, carry out the project, and finally submit a summary and reflection.

Important Steps for the Capstone Project

  1. Plan the initiative (define goals, scope, timeline).
  2. Initiate by engaging stakeholders and securing resources.
  3. Manage tasks and communication throughout the project.
  4. Complete the deliverable for the organization or partner.
  5. Evaluate outcomes and reflect on lessons learned.