Policies & Procedures Manual

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Policy No: 401

Policy Contact: Vice President for Instruction

Policy Title: PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENTS (PLA)

East Central Community College (ECCC) has provisions for granting credit through Prior Learning Assessments (PLA). To earn credit for prior learning, a student must meet all admission requirements and be registered for classes at ECCC. Prior learning credits are not available for all ECCC courses. Credits earned through PLA will satisfy graduation requirements at ECCC, but may not transfer to another institution.

The following prior learning methods are available for assessment:

Articulated Credit

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Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations

• College Level Examination Program (CLEP) • DSST Subject Standardized Test • Course Challenge Examinations • Military Services (e.g., Joint Services Transcripts) • Portfolios (Pending) • Professional Certification (Pending) (Reviewed 3/8/16; Revised 12/12/17; Revised 7/14/20)