Credit by Exam and Prior Learning Assessments
In some areas of study, a student may be permitted to progress to higher-level courses if they can demonstrate and provide documentation of competency in entry-level courses.
If a student has qualifications from previous education, job training, certifications, self-study, occupational, or other experiences, they may be able to earn credit in certain courses by successfully completing a proficiency examination or by applying for life experience credit.
Either or both processes may be used to reduce the number of courses required to complete a degree or certificate, provided the qualifications are equivalent in content and quality to those the student would acquire by enrolling in those courses offered by the college.
Students must see the dean or director of their program if they are considering participating in MTC's credit-by-exam or requesting a prior learning assessment (PLA). More information about PLA credit is available on MTC's website.
A per credit hour, nonrefundable fee must be paid to the Business Office before a proficiency examination is taken or credentials for prior learning are evaluated.