Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)
CREDIT-BY-EXAM
The list shows which courses have already been approved for Credit for Prior Learning. If your course is not listed, please contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu to explore the possibility of creating a Credit for Prior Learning agreement.
INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS
The list shows which courses have already been approved for Credit for Prior Learning. If your course is not listed, please contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu to explore the possibility of creating a Credit for Prior Learning agreement.
Submit your petition:
- Use your LACCD student email address to send the industry credential petition
- Email the petition and copy of your industry credential to Pierce CPL@laccd.edu
- Use the email subject line: Industry Credential Petition Request
MILITARY
Please contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu to review your Joint Services Transcript (JST).
PORTFOLIO REVIEW
The list shows which courses have already been approved for Credit for Prior Learning. If your course is not listed, please contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu to explore the possibility of creating a Credit for Prior Learning agreement.
AP, IB AND CLEP
AP Scores - LACCD General Education Area Credit and Degree Applicable Unit Credit
AP Scores - AA/AS/ADT/CA major requirements
IB Scores - LACCD General Education Area Credit and Degree Applicable Unit Credit
IB Scores - AA/AS/ADT/CA major requirements
CLEP Scores - LACCD General Education Area Credit and Degree Applicable Unit Credit
AP, IB and CLEP scores should be mailed directly from the College Board to:
Pierce College Graduation Office
6201 Winnetka Avenue, PMB #319
Woodland Hills, CA 91371
Credit for Transfer to UC and CSU
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University of California |
California State University |
|---|---|---|
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AP |
Yes |
Yes |
|
IB |
Yes |
Yes |
|
CLEP |
Does not accept |
Yes for CSU
|
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Industry Recognized Credentials |
Does not accept |
Evaluated after transfer |
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Military training/experience |
Evaluated after transfer |
Evaluated after transfer |
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Portfolio Assessment |
Does not accept |
Evaluated after transfer |
|
Credit-By-Exam |
Yes |
Yes |
Determination of Eligibility for CPL
- Student seeking Credit by Exam must be in good standing at the college.
- Student must submit, prior to CPL transcription, official test scores for processing of CPL for standardized exams such as AP, IB, CLEP, and/or DLPT. Unoffical copies may be used for CPL education planning purposes
- Student is not currently enrolled in the course for which CPL may be granted.
- The student has not received credit on their academic record(s) for an equivalent course.
Resource AP 4235 v. 8/15/2024
Limitations for CPL
- Credit acquired by CPL may not be applicable to meeting load requirements for programs such as Selective Service deferment, veterans' benefits, CalWORKS, EOPS and other special programs, or Social Security benefits.
- Credit acquired by CPL shall not be counted in determining residency.
- Credit awarded through CPL may not be used in determining financial aid eligibility as required by law. Any credits awarded through CPL will be counted toward maximum count under the Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.
Resource AP 4235 v. 8/15/2024
Fees for CPL
- Fees shall not be charged for students seeking course credit using Credit for Prior Learning. (See BP 5030 Fees.)
Resource AP 4235 v. 8/15/2024
Grading Policy for CPL
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- Grading shall be according to the regular grading system. (See AP 4230 Grading and Academic Record Symbols.)
- Credit by Exam and portfolio Review shall be awarded equivalent course credit for a letter grade or the "Pass/No Pass" option if that option is ordinarily available for the course.
- All other CPL types shall be awarded equivalent course credit with the Pass/No Pass Grading Option only.
Resource AP 4235 8/15/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Students who hold industry credentials and certifications are graduates of service academies were trained for military occupations, or have work experience that can be demonstrated through an exam or portfolio review may qualify for credit for prior learning.
Each CPL eligible course will have different methods of assessment. These methods include:
- Military Transcript
- Credit by Exam
- Portfolio Review
- Industry Certification/Accreditation or License
- AP, IB, CLEP
Check out our CPL Course List!
If you have prior learning experience that you feel would qualify for CPL, but you don’t see the discipline or course in our list, please contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu
We are still building our CPL database and will reach out to our faculty on your behalf to see if CPL is a good fit!
There is no cost for CPL.
Contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu
For students interested in CPL, contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu
For faculty and staff interested in learning more about CPL and potential opportunities for students within your disciplines, contact our CPL Coordinator at CPLinfo@piercecollege.edu
Military students - follow the steps on the Veterans Services website to send your official military transcripts to Los Angeles Pierce College.
No. You just need to be registered at LA Pierce College in order to apply for Credit for Prior Learning.
The "registered" student, as defined for CPL, is a student that has been admitted to Los Angeles Pierce College, has a Los Angeles Pierce College student ID number and is eligible to enroll.