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BSC PRIOR LEARNING INFORMATION
Prior Learning Assessment - Portfolio Development
The Prior Learning Assessment-Portfolio Development (PLA), course provides a method of allowing college credit for learning that you may have obtained through work, seminars, training programs, military education program, and certification programs.
PLA is not a short cut to a degree and online courses are not necessarily easier or more convenient. They are self-motivated learning experiences that require dedication and desire. PLA accepts only that which is considered to be college-level learning, not experiences. Be sure you have the documentation to verify your learning. In some cases, taking the actual course, either on campus or online may be the better option.
Student Policy for review.
Are you a good candidate for gaining credit through portfolio assessment at Bismarck State College? Please click on Prior Learning Assessment Checklist to help you decide. (under construction)
Other Ways to Earn Credit
Credit by Special Examination
Students may earn college credit for acceptable scores on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Advanced Placement Examinations (AP) of the College Entrance Examination Board, and the DANTES Subject Standardized Test (DSST).
CLEP Student Policy for review.
AP Student Polciy for review.
DANTES Student Policy for review.
Challenge Exam
Students who demonstrate college level compentency and establish college credits by successfully passing an institutional challenge examination.
Student Policy for review.
Military/Service Training Credit
Students with experience in the Reserves, National Guard, or other Armed Forces may be eligible for certain college credit. Student provides official documentation such as AARTS, SMARTS, ACE Registry transcripts.
Student Policy for review.
Credit for Industry Training
Student Policy for review.
One or more of these options may be used to help a student obtain credit for college level learning.
Contact Information:
Marla Hagemeister
Alternative Learning Coordinator
701-224-2573
marla.hagemeister@bismarckstate.edu
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