AT T E N T I O N : S T U D E N T S , FA C U LT Y & S TA F F
INTRODUCING:
MILITARY
SERVICE
Prior Learning Assessment
What is PLA?
PLA is a process for evaluating knowledge
and skills in order to award college credit
for learning.
PLA can be obtained from Military Service,
Training, CLEP and the Experiential Learning
Portfolio (ELP).
Most Popular Learning Portfolio Topics
 Business & Management
 Information Systems/Technology
 Human Resources
 Finance/Accounting
 Criminal Justice/Legal
 Hospitality/Event Management
 Healthcare Administration
Is this for me?
Complete the College Credit Predictor to receive a personalized plan that looks at
learning and suggests areas of study to focus on for PLA:
www.learningcounts.org/predictor
For more information about this program, please e-mail csgreene@pvamu.edu
TRAINING
CLEP, AP
ELP
Guidelines
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Students must pass CURR1003 before submitting their first portfolio.
Students have 7 months (from the first day of CURR1003) to complete their first portfolio
Students may submit multiple portfolios
Instructor-led Course
Course Name
CURR1003: Prior Learning Assessment Theory and Practice
Course Length
6-weeks in length (2-week optional portfolio workshop immediately following)
Credit Details
Personal Development, 3 credit elective
Grade Delivery
S/U final grades delivered via Grade Form
Course Start Dates
Contact Dr. Cheryle Snead-Greene for more information:
Email: csgreene@pvamu.edu
Phone: (936) 261-3695
Website: www.pvamu.edu/PLA