Credit for Prior Learning
Student Resources
What is Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)?
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) is college credit awarded for validated college-level skills and knowledge gained outside of a college classroom. This definition does not include knowledge and skills already assessed and awarded credit through formal education at regionally accredited in-state and out-of-state institutions.
Credit for Prior Learning is most often awarded by exam, portfolio, industry training, and/or military joint service training / experience, but can also be awarded by satisfactory passing of the AP, IB, or CLEP exam.
Student Eligibility
In accordance with AP 4235, students may petition for Credit for Prior Learning if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
- The student must be in good standing in the District and have an educational plan on file
- The student must have previously earned credit or noncredit from the District or be currently registered in the District
- The course is listed in the current College Catalog
- The student is not currently enrolled in the course to be challenged
- Credit by Examination: The student is registered in the District and not currently enrolled in nor received credit for a more advanced course in the same subject (may be waived by department)
Note: Credits acquired by CPL assessment shall not be counted in determining the 12 semester hours of credit in residence required for an Associate Degree.
Requesting Credit for Prior Learning
The submission and evaluation of Credit for Prior Learning is currently paused for the Fall 2026 term until the new online submission form is implemented.
If you have any questions please email the shared inbox at lpc-priorlearning@laspositascollege.edu