Prior Learning Assessment

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Earn College Credit for What You Already Know

This is possible at Rhode Island College and it is referred to as prior learning assessment, or PLA. There are multiple methods right now by which you can earn college credit for learning gained beyond the traditional classroom from tests, 培训, 经验, 等. Current PLA options are described here and we are in the process of developing additional opportunities. Note: You must be enrolled at Rhode Island College as an undergraduate degree student for any PLA credits to be posted.

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CLEP和AP

Credit may be earned via exam through a testing program such as the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or you may have AP credit from when you were in high school (AP score of 3 or higher will be awarded credit). Explore for additional information and a table of tests and RIC equivalents.

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执法

Training 经验 in a variety of law enforcement areas qualifies for elective credit at RIC. Official documentation is required. Explore for a list of 培训 经验 and elective credit awarded.

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军事训练

If you have military 经验, you may be awarded additional college level credit for ACE credits documented in Joint Services 成绩单 (JTS) and other related military documents. Explore for additional information.

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投资组合

The college has a procedure for granting undergraduate credit for prior college-level learning achieved through 经验, such as work的地方 learning or community service, 自我教育, relevant work assignments or artistic development presented via a portfolio. Explore for more information and for the PLA application form.

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教学

The Feinstein School of Education & Human Development offers a variety of credential pathway assessments for individuals with an earned bachelor’s degree who wish to earn a RI teaching certificate, or for those already certified in RI who wish to renew certification or add an additional certification area. Explore for more information.

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把未成年人

Transfer minors provide a stackable credential with the packaging of specific earned credits from designated associate degree programs. Approved transfer minors are posted on the student’s Rhode Island College transcript. Explore for a list of transfer minors and required courses.

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Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Affairs

Welcome to the ​academic advising web page, designed to be a source of useful information for students. While still under development, the page has several useful documents for you to begin using now.

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Dr. 冬青L. Shadoian

Vice Provost of Undergraduate Affairs