This chapter explores the role of microcredentials in STEM education, focusing on their potential to enhance educational outcomes, address workforce development needs, and make higher education more adaptable to the labor market’s evolving demands. It provides a detailed, practical perspective on the Kennesaw State University (KSU) microcredential taxonomy, offering insights into how institutions can use these credentials to better prepare learners for their intended area of work. The chapter examines the foundational components of meaningful microcredentials, emphasizing their role in bridging the skills gap in ever-evolving STEM fields. By detailing the structure and levels of the KSU taxonomy, the authors describe how the taxonomy was designed to align with both theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to prepare learners for the workforce. Through concrete examples of STEM microcredentials at each taxonomy level, the chapter highlights their relevance to learners and employers, underscoring the value of microcredentials for employability and lifelong learning. The chapter also discusses the challenges and opportunities in assessing the impact of microcredentials on learner engagement, career influence, and their role in supporting continuous learning in the STEM context.