Earning Credit for Prior Learning
Students may be able to earn college credit for knowledge and skills gained through work experience, training, certifications, or other learning experiences completed outside of a traditional classroom setting.
Whether credit can be awarded depends on:
- The type of training or experience completed
- The documentation available to verify the learning
- The applicability of the learning to the student's program of study
Prior Work and Training Experience
In some cases, students may be eligible to receive credit for training received through:
- Employment and on-the-job training
- Professional development programs
- Industry certifications
- Military training
- Other approved learning experiences
Documentation requirements and credit eligibility vary depending on the type of experience being evaluated.
Learn More
For detailed information about available options, eligibility requirements, and documentation needed to request credit, visit the Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) page.
(Admissions > Incoming Transcripts and Transfer Credit)