Earn credit for what you know
You may have experience that will help you to earn your degree. If so, there are several ways you can receive credit.
Passing examinations
If you have knowledge comparable to what would be gained by successfully completing a course, you may be able to obtain credit by passing a "challenge examination." These are usually standardized examinations. If there is not a standardized examination, the school may make special arrangements. You may not be able to take an exam for every course, but many are available.
Building a portfolio
You may document your experience and knowledge by building a portfolio. If you are interested in exploring the possibility of earning college credit for what you already know, you will need to complete a credit course designed to guide you through the portfolio process.
Transferring credit
When you enter a program, you may be asked to provide official transcripts from high school and colleges you attended. These will be evaluated for the potential of transfer into your EPCE program. If you have taken courses you think may substitute for courses in this program, contact your academic advisor.
Getting credit for military training programs
College credit for selected and successfully completed military training programs is outlined in the "Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Forces," prepared by the American Council on Education. The education provider determines the number of credits they will award for each program. You must obtain official documentation (dates, locations, course titles, identification numbers, and other supporting information) from your branch of the military and submit them to the school for evaluation.
For more information about military training transcripts, visit the American Council on Education.
For more information about how to Earn credit for what you know, please check directly with the education provider.