The Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) course is designed to allow students to receive college credit based on work experience.
PLA 1001 is an 8-week, online course that guides the student through creating a portfolio that reflects their professional experience and how that corresponds to courses within their degree plan. Prior learning may come from work experience, on-the-job training, volunteering, personal experience, certifications, etc.
After completion of PLA 1001, the student may choose to have the portfolio submitted for review by faculty evaluators who will determine if the demonstrated learning meets college-level criteria.
Please note: For the portfolio to be considered for academic credit, the student must receive a completion grade of at least 75%.
This course is fully online and is conducted via ULM Canvas. The student will need a computer, internet access, and a university-assigned email account.
*Textbook Requirement:
Earn College Credit for What You Know, Janet Colvin (Council for Adult Experiential Learning)
*The student will need to purchase this textbook prior to the start of the course.
Costs:
Course Fee: $350.00
Portfolio Evaluation Fee: $150.00 (*if the student chooses to submit the portfolio for faculty review)
Prerequisites:
1. Must be a current ULM student enrolled in an online program.
2. Must have successfully completed English 1001.
3. Must have approval from advisor.
