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IBM SkillsBuild is a free digital platform aimed at helping adults build and enhance skills for today’s job market. With a curated, job-focused learning path, the platform supports adult learners in gaining the knowledge and credentials employers value most. As a COABE member, you get access to exclusive content, and it is customized to easily track learners’ progress as they complete skills-based badges and certifications. Adult learners can then showcase their achievements on LinkedIn, job transcripts, and resumes, increasing their visibility to potential employers and advancing their career opportunities.

The Present with Purpose Credential has recently been renamed to Present with Excellence.

Individual User

I’m new and want to register as an individual user to gain access to IBM SkillsBuild’s 1,000 courses.
Presenters

Register for the “Present with Excellence” Credential

Field tested by multiple pilot sites, the IBM SkillsBuild platform has a customized COABE Adult Education channel to help you develop technology and professional skills to increase your employability. Take advantage of this opportunity and work your way through the various badges and credentials!

Sign Up for an Account

  • Use this link to create a SkillsBuild Account, you will click on, “Sign Up with Email” and fill out the required fields (Please ensure you use this link so you are associated with the COABE side of SkillsBuild)
  • Once you have an account, you have access to over 1,000 courses and digital badges.

The “Present With Excellence” credential is required for first time presenters, and strongly recommended for all presenters to complete. Presenters that attain certification will be recognized in the conference program and app.

Sign Up for an Account

  • First, use this link to create a SkillsBuild Account, you will click on, “Sign Up with Email” and fill out the required fields (Please ensure you use this link so you are associated with the COABE side of SkillsBuild)
  • Once you created your account, click HERE to access the Present with Excellence learning plan