Automated Credential Management System

This code automates a credential management system built in Google Apps Script that integrates with the Accredible API to issue digital credentials/badges to student workers based on their achievements. Here's how it works:

Trigger System:

  • PM sets the trigger based on a field in the Google Sheet

  • The system pulls the student's email and name from the database

Credential Progression System: There are three levels of credentials:

  • "Verified Student Worker" (base level)

  • "Project Completed" (intermediate level)

  • "Elite Student Worker" (highest level)

The system automatically checks the student's existing credentials and issues the appropriate next-level credential. For example:

  • If the student has no credential, they get "Project Completed"

  • If the student has "Project Completed", they get upgraded to "Elite Student Worker"

  • If the student already have "Elite Student Worker", no new credential is issued

API Integration:

  • The code makes secure API calls to Accredible to generate official digital credentials

  • The system maintains a log of all issued credentials.

Benefits:

For Student Workers:

  1. Career Development: Students receive official, verifiable digital credentials that can be added to their resumes and LinkedIn profiles

  2. Clear Progression Path: The tiered system (Verified → Project Completed → Elite) provides clear milestones for professional growth

  3. Automatic Recognition: Their achievements are automatically recognized without having to request credentials

  4. Digital Portability: Digital credentials through Accredible are easily shareable and verifiable by future employers

For the Company:

  1. Automated Management: The system automatically handles credential issuance, reducing administrative overhead

  2. Standardized Process: Ensures consistent and fair credential issuance based on achievement

  3. Data Tracking: Maintains clear records of all credentials issued and student worker progression

  4. Talent Retention: The tiered system encourages student workers to progress and take on more projects

  5. Quality Assurance: The progression system ensures that "Elite Student Worker" credentials are only given to those who have demonstrated consistent performance

The system effectively creates a structured professional development pathway for student workers while minimizing administrative burden for the company, creating a win-win situation for both parties.