The Foundations in Research Skills micro-credential verifies the specific research skills accomplished during the Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) undergraduate summer research experience. RECCS participants conduct field- or lab-based independent research over a nine-week period while working with a team of scientists. Students are matched with mentors and work in labs. They learn basic research, writing, and communication skills, and present research at a student science symposium. Evidence required to earn micro-credential includes completing approximately 275 hours of research, producing a scientific poster, completing a research skills self-assessment, and completing a skills demonstration checklist validated by the research mentor.