LC State Credentials

LC State's credentials are digital credentials, recognized by the State of Idaho, that showcase the skills students gain in particular areas of focus. Track your progress toward earning the credentials in Do More. 

Leadership & Career Readiness Credentials

LC State currently offers credentials in the areas of Leadership and Career Readiness. Both credentials are earned through involvement in leadership and career development opportunities, events, and campus/community service. 

The hands-on experiences you gain while earning the Leadership and Career Readiness Credentials help you connect learning to life and college to career. 

Leadership Credential

This credential was developed to echo the mission of LC State. To prepare students to become successful leaders, engaged citizens, and lifelong learners as they transition from student life to professional life.

To earn the Leadership Credential you must demonstrate the characteristics of a skilled and trustworthy leader. The Leadership Credential is designed to help you add value to your experiential learning opportunities by allowing you to gain additional skills in four specific areas of leadership:

  1. Leading Self
  2. Leading Others
  3. Managing Processes
  4. Leading for Legacy

Complete Three Tiers to Earn the Leadership Credential

Attend an event tagged with LC Leadership Core 5 times

Attend an event tagged with Explore Leadership 10 times

Complete 15 hours of community/campus service and the volunteer hours reflection

Complete the Tier 1 Credential Reflection

Earn Tier 1: Exploring Leadership

Attend an event tagged with Career Readiness 2 times

Attend an event tagged Student Leadership Summit 1 time

Hold a Campus Leadership Role for one semester (RA/RD, Student Organization/Club Officer, ASLCSC, WEB, Peer Mentor)

Complete 30 hours of community/campus service and the volunteer hours reflection

Complete the Tier 2 Credential Reflection

Earn Tier 2: Leadership Expansion

Attend an event tagged with Career Readiness 4 times

Attend an event tagged Student Leadership Summit 2 times

Hold a Campus Leadership Role for one year (RA/RD, Student Organization/Club Officer, ASLCSC, WEB, Peer Mentor)

Complete 45 hours of community/campus service and the volunteer hours reflection

Complete the Tier 3 Credential Reflection

Career Readiness Credential

This credential will help you communicate your experiences (within and outside of the classroom) and make informed decisions as you navigate toward your career goals.

The Career Readiness Credential is designed to help you confidently present your skill set to meet the needs of employers in your field of study.

Contact the Student Employment and Career Readiness Center at 208-792-2144 or secc@lcsc.edu for more information or to review your progress toward the Career Readiness Credential. 

Complete Three Tiers to Earn the Career Readiness Credential

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Attend a Career Fair.

Attend 3 Career Readiness events. These could be presentations, skill builders, or panel discussions. 

Attend 3 Explore Leadership events. These could be presentations, skill builders, or leadership mini-series.

Attend 1 Global Perspectives event. 

Participate in at least 2 hours of Volunteer Service & submit the appropriate form through Do More.

Complete the Tier 1 Reflection Form. 

Complete a resume review appointment.

Complete a cover letter appointment.

Complete a mock (practice) interview.

Attend a Digital Technology Professional Development Session. 

Attend a Career Fair for a second time. 

Attend 3 additional Career Readiness events. These could be presentations, skill builders, or panel discussions. 

Attend 3 Core Leadership events. These could be presentations, skill builders, or leadership mini-series.

Attend 1 additional Global Perspectives event. 

Participate in at least 2 additional hours of Volunteer Service & submit the appropriate form through Do More.

Complete the Tier 2 Reflection Form. 

Attend either a Career Management workshop or a one-on-one session.

Attending a Networking Development Event. 

Participate in at least 2 additional hours of Volunteer Service & submit the appropriate form through Do More.

Complete the Tier 3 Reflection Form. 

Find Events & Ways to Get Involved

Check out Do More to find events and experiences that will help you earn your LC Credentials. You can also download a co-curricular transcript to help you track your experiences. 

Make sure you add your volunteer hours in Do More!
(Check out this step-by-step guide on adding volunteer/service hours to Do More.)