Credit for Prior Learning
Earn college credit for what you already know
Seeking a degree? Graduate faster by receiving college credit for what you already know!
You may use any or all methods to earn CLC credit for prior learning experiences, saving you time and money!
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Your College & Career Navigator (CCN) is your "go-to person" ready to help you get started at CLC.
Your CCN guides you through the admission process, helps you choose your academic program, enroll in classes and connect you with resources.
Ways to earn credit for prior learning
We offer three ways to earn transcript-enhancing credit:
National Exams
National exams such as the AP (Advanced Placement), CLEP (College Level Exam Program) and DSST can be used to earn credit for CLC classes.
CLC Challenge Exams
CLC offers its own challenge exams for students who possess prior knowledge of a subject area in a specific course. Challenge exams are not available for all courses and are offered at the discretion of the academic division.
Industry-Specific Credentials
Certain disciplines such as criminal justice, fire science, surgical technology and automotive, will accept some industry specific certifications to evaluate and award academic credit. Some credentials have been evaluated previously and correspond to specific CLC classes.
Other credentials can be reviewed by the academic divisions and may require meeting with a CLC faculty member.