Credit for Prior Learning

You may have educational experiences outside the classroom that are eligible for college credit. Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) is credit obtained through assessment of this type of learning. COCC will evaluate the following prior learning toward certificate/degree requirements:

• ACE Credit Recommendation (non-collegiate learning)
• Military Service
• Credit for Prior Industry Certifications
• College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
• Course Challenge

ACE Credit Recommendation

The American Council on Education (ACE) is a college credit recommendation service that evaluates workforce training and makes suggestions for academic credit. To be considered for college credit you must submit official ACE transcripts.

Military
The ACE guidelines will be used when considering military credit for courses (not occupations) documented on the DD-214 and/ or other official training documents.

Contact your branch and request copies of your official military transcript be sent to COCC:

• CCAF transcripts
• Joint Services Transcript (JST)

Credit for Prior Certification

You may receive Credit for Prior Certification (CPC) if you have completed a course, training or other program that is taught to state, national or other officially recognized standards and have received a certification. If you are interested in receiving credit contact your Program Director to determine if your prior certification is eligible. If credit can be awarded, a $40/course fee will apply. See COCC’s credit catalog for more information on CPC credit policies and limitations.

CLEP

The College recognizes CLEP achievement by awarding credit to students with satisfactory scores on CLEP exams.  A CLEP equivalency table outlining how credit will be awarded is maintained on the college website.  Credit is applied to a student's record after the student has been admitted to the College and official transcripts have been received by the Admissions and Records office.

Students may arrange to take the CLEP tests at the Tutoring Center by calling 541-383-7539.

 

Course Challenge

You can earn credit for what you already know if you have knowledge and experience similar to a particular course. You may be able challenge a course and receive credit for it. If you are interested in challenging a course, you must receive permission from the instructor and the department chair, and complete the Challenge Petition form.

See College Catalog for more information on CPC credit policies and limitations.

For more information about credit for prior learning, contact transcript and degree evaluation at myprogress@cocc.edu or 541-383-7500.