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Credit for Prior Learning
Are you interested in receiving college credit for past work experience?
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) recognizes college-level learning gained through work, military service, certifications, exams, and other life experiences. CPL can help you save time, reduce costs, and graduate faster by turning what you already know into academic credit.
You may qualify if you have experience in:
- Work or Career Training
- Standardized exams (AP, IP, & CLEP)
- Credit by examination
- Military Service
- Industry Certifications
- Volunteer/Civic Work (e.g. Peace Corps)
- State/Federal Government Training
- Student-Created Portfolios
- Professional Development
- Non-Credit to Credit Pathway (mirrored)
How CPL Helps You
Save Time 
Disclaimer
The CPL definition does not include knowledge and skills already assessed and awarded credit through formal education at regionally accredited in-state and out-of-state institutions.
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) may be awarded for prior experience or learning only for individually identified courses with subject matter similar to that of the individual's prior learning, and only for a course listed in the catalog of the community college. You can view a list of eligible courses on our Course List page.
To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our Eligibility page.
Why Credit for Prior Learning Matters
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