Credentials that may be eligible for CLC Credit




To begin the process of earning any of the credits listed below, please complete the Credential Review form (PDF) and submit the required documentation with the form to the following email: records@clcillinois.edu

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Administrative Management and Technology (AOS)


Administrative Management and Technology (AOS)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Comprehensive Word ProcessingAOS 1133Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOS)Individuals must present original certificate issued by Certiport/Microsoft; applies to certification on MS Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016
Outlook

AOS 114

1Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOS)Individuals must present original certificate issued by Certiport/Microsoft; applies to MS Outlook 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016
Presentation SoftwareAOS 2153Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOS)Individuals must present original certificate issued by Certiport/Microsoft; applies to MS PowerPoint 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016

 

 

Automotive Technology (AUT)


Automotive Technology (AUT)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Engine RebuildingAUT 1114 ASE Certification (Engine Repair)Students must successfully pass the A1 Engine Repair exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Braking SystemsAUT 112 4ASE Certification (Brakes)Students must successfully pass the A5 Brakes exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Suspension & AlignmentAUT 113 4ASE Certification (Suspension and Steering) Students must successfully pass the A4 Suspension and Steering exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Auto Electrical IAUT 1314 ASE Certification (Electrical/Electronic Systems)Students must successfully pass the A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Manual Drive Train and AxlesAUT 132 4ASE Certification (Manual Drive Train and Axles)Students must successfully pass the A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Auto Transmission and TransaxleAUT 232 4ASE Certification (Auto Transmission/Transaxle) Students must successfully pass the A2 Auto Transmission/Transaxle exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Powertrain ControlsAUT 251 4ASE Certification (Engine Performance)Students must successfully pass the A8 Engine Performance exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.
Air Conditioning & HeatingAUT 275 4ASE Certification (Heating and Air Conditioning) Students must successfully pass the A7 Heating and Air Conditioning exam and their certification must be current. Individuals must show an original paper certificate with the ASE seal. They can also show their Official Wallet Card.

 

 

Criminal Justice (CRJ)


Criminal Justice (CRJ)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Evidence Technology CRJ 1183Basic Evidence TechnicianMust be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Introduction to Criminal JusticeCRJ 121 3Basic Law Enforcement TrainingMust be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Introduction to PolicingCRJ 122 3Basic Law Enforcement Training Must be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Introduction to CorrectionsCRJ 1243 Basic Correctional Officer TrainingMust be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Criminal Justice Special TopicsCRJ 199 3 Community Service Officer Training course offered by the Workforce and Professional Development Institute at CLCIndividuals must show an original paper certificate from CLC.
Traffic Law EnforcementCRJ 212 3Basic Law Enforcement Training Must be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Police Management and SupervisionCRJ 216 3Supervision of Police PersonnelMust be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety Supervision of Police Personnel Course
Institutional CorrectionsCRJ 224 3 Basic Correctional Officer Training Must be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Juvenile DelinquencyCRJ 229 3 Juvenile Specialist Must be dated within the last 20 years; Individuals must show an original paper certificate from Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board

 

Early Childhood Education (ECE)


Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Early Childhood Education - Infant/Toddler Certificate ECE 250
ECE 299
3
3
CDA (Child Development Associate) Infant/ToddlerStudents must show a current certification to earn credits.
Early Childhood Education - Preschool Certificate ECE 252
ECE 299
3
3

CDA (Child Development Associate) Preschool

Students must show a current certification to earn credits.
Early Childhood Education - Family Child Care CertificateECE 252
ECE 299
3
3
CDA (Child Development Associate) Family Child CareStudents must show a current certification to earn credits.

 

Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)


Emergency Medical Technology (EMT)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Emergency Medical Technician - BasicEMT 1117Active and valid EMT-Basic license issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)An active and valid certification by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) as verified through their website. It is required for students to meet with the academic division to do a comprehensive review of all potential credits being transferred.
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Course Series (all courses)EMT 114, 115, 131, 132, 133, 134, 13526

Active and valid EMT-Paramedic license issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

An active and valid certification by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) as verified through their website. It is required for students to meet with the academic division to do a comprehensive review of all potential credits being transferred.

 

Fire Science Technology (FST)


Fire Science Technology (FST)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Introduction for Fire ServiceFST 1113Firefighter 2 or Basic Fire OperationsIndividuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. This certification will not be accepted or applied toward Fire Basic Operations courses FST 130, FST 131, and FST 132.
Fire Apparatus EngineerFST 1933Fire Apparatus Engineer Individuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. A total of 9 credit hours of all certificates will be accepted toward the degree, excluding the Basic Firefighter Operations or Firefighter 2 certificate.
Fire Instructor 1FST 173 3Fire Instructor 1 Individuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. A total of 9 credit hours of all certificates will be accepted toward the degree, excluding the Basic Firefighter Operations or Firefighter 2 certificate.
Fire Instructor 2FST 1743Fire Instructor 2 Individuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. A total of 9 credit hours of all certificates will be accepted toward the degree, excluding the Basic Firefighter Operations or Firefighter 2 certificate.
Fire Prevention PrinciplesFST 177 3Fire Prevention 1 Individuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. A total of 9 credit hours of all certificates will be accepted toward the degree, excluding the Basic Firefighter Operations or Firefighter 2 certificate.
Hazardous Materials First ResponderFST 1923Hazardous Materials Operations Individuals must present an original certificate as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM). Copies will not be accepted. A total of 9 credit hours of all certificates will be accepted toward the degree, excluding the Basic Firefighter Operations or Firefighter 2 certificate.

 

Hospitality and Culinary Management (HCM)


Hospitality and Culinary Management (HCM)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
ServSafe: Food Service Sanitation HCM 1131ServSafe Food Protection Manager CertificationMust be current; individuals must show an original paper certificate (8.5 x11”) from ServSafe that has student’s name, certificate number, date of issuance, and expiration date or the small credit card sized document that has student’s name, certificate number, date of issuance, and expiration date.

 

Human Services (HUS)


Human Services (HUS)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Intimate Violence Crisis Response HUS 1344Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals (ICDVP) (40-hour training) and the Illinois Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention (40-hour training) Students must have completed both 40-hour trainings in order to receive credit for HUS 134.

 

Surgical Technology (SRG)

Surgical Technology (SRG)
Course TitleCourse codeCredits awardedAccepted certificationNotes
Surgical Pharmacology SRG 1173Active and valid certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)An active and valid certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as verified through their website. It is highly recommended for students to meet with the academic division to do a comprehensive review of all potential credits being transferred.