Credit for Prior Learning
What is Credit for Prior Learning?
Free college credit for training and learning gained outside a college classroom!
Students can gain knowledge and skills from a variety of experiences, such as:
- Military training
- Industry training
- State/federal government training
- Apprenticeships, internships, work-based learning, or other industry-based experiential learning
- Validated volunteer and civic activities (e.g., Peace Corps)
It's important to note that this definition of CPL excludes knowledge and skills that have already been assessed and granted credit through formal education at regionally accredited institutions, both in-state and out-of-state.
Get Started
- Submit an interest form.
- Contact the CPL Faculty Lead at cpl@smc.edu with any questions
- Set up an appointment with a CPL Counselor (the CPL Faculty Lead will reach out to you to schedule an appointment)
Benefits
Accelerated Degree Completion
Cost Savings
Equity Lever
CPL recognizes and validates skills and knowledge gained outside the classroom, which have historically not been accepted in traditional institutions of higher education.
CPL Limitations
Course Restrictions
CPL may not apply to certain courses or degree requirements.
Not all 4-year universities accept course credits earned through CPL
Contact Information
The CPL coordinator will be available to assist and answer CPL questions as you start the process.
Maria Muñoz
CPL Faculty Lead
cpl@smc.edu
Please complete the form if you are interested in learning more about CPL.
