Browse our extensive listings of professional credentials that have been approved for college credit.
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Grouped by industry, the external credentials and organization-specific training programs listed on this page have been reviewed for college credit. Students may apply these credits to any part of a degree program, including their major, as long as the credits do not exceed the limitation of transferable credits from any one source and the appropriate documentation is submitted. Scroll through the list below and click the link for details about college credits and related degree programs. For more information on how to get your experience submitted for credit, visit our PLA Portal.
Please be advised that the Prior Learning Assessment process and the resulting credit awards are specific to the organization sponsoring the reviewed training program or issuing the reviewed credential. The credit awards are not transferable to other organizations with similar training programs or credentials. This is because our review process includes academically significant elements and examines common industry standards and curricula.
PLA credit can only be awarded with official documents from the reviewed training source; training programs or certifications with similar names do not qualify for PLA credit. Prior Learning training can be assessed for credit before enrollment, but the student must be enrolled in courses when the credit is posted to their official academic record. Additionally, the last five courses in a student's degree must be taken at RWU | UC.
All external learning other than an accredited college or university must be submitted to the Director of Prior Learning before being transcribed on the academic record. Documents can be uploaded at the time of application, or emailed to ucpla@rwu.edu for Assessment.
CJS331- Special Problems in Corrections Administration
7/15/2021
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
FLETC (IOBTC) Immigration Officer Basic Training Course*
3
LS430- Special Topics in Legal Studies
7/15/2021
3
SPN101-Elementary Spanish I
7/15/2021
3
SPN102- Elementary Spanish II
7/15/2021
3
SCS Elective
7/15/2021
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
FLETC Integrated Immigration Special Agent Basic Training*
3
LS430- Special Topics in Legal Studies
7/15/2021
3
SPN101- Elementary Spanish I
7/15/2021
3
SPN102- Elementary Spanish II
7/15/2021
3
CJS201- Substantive Criminal Law
7/15/2021
3
PPSS220- Criminal Procedure for Public Safety
7/15/2021
4
SCS Elective
7/15/2021
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
FLETC U.S. Customs Inspector Basic Training*
3
CJS430- Customs Law Enforce
7/15/2021
3
SCS Elective
7/15/2021
3
CJS150-Policing in America or PPSS110- Introduction to Policing
7/15/2021
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
FLETC Criminal Investigator Training Program
3
CJS210- Law of Evidence
7/15/2021
3
CJS308- Criminology
7/15/2021
3
CJS320- Civil and Criminal Procedure in the US Courts
7/15/2021
3
CJS405- Introduction to Criminal Investigation
7/15/2021
3
CJS424- Securing the Homeland
7/15/2021
3
COMM201- Concepts in Communication
7/15/2021
3
PSYCH280-Introduction to Psychopathology
7/15/2021
1
CPR
7/15/2021
Credit Optional Online Courses
Students planning to pursue the undergraduate degree in Business should discuss how the following business courses may related to their degree plan. The Gabelli School is accredited by AACSB International, representing the highest achievement standard for business schools worldwide. An academic advisor will be able to assist you.
Business
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
BUS101- Business Writing I
3
WTNG299
6/1/2020
BUS102- Business Writing II
3
WTNG Elective
6/1/2020
BUS103- Interpersonal Relations
3
COMM250
6/1/2020
BUS201- Intro to Customer Service
3
COMM299
6/1/2020
BUS202- Project Management I
3
SCS430
6/1/2020
BUS203- Adv. Customer Service
3
PR430
6/1/2020
BUS204- Project Management II
3
BUSN100
6/1/2020
BUS205- Fundamentals of Sales
2
STCOM Elective
6/1/2020
BUS208-Experiential Learning Sales
1
STCOM Elective
6/1/2020
BUS206-Sales Communications
2
STCOM Elective
6/1/2020
BUS207-Sales Technology
1
STCOM Elective
6/1/2020
Communications & Marketing
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
COM150- Public Speaking
3
IDS210 or COMM210
6/1/2020
INT101- Internship Practicum
2
SCS440
6/1/2020
INT102- Internship Seminar
2
SCS440
6/1/2020
MKT201-Marketing Strategy and Analytics
2
MRKT Elective
6/1/2020
MKT202-Digital Campaigns
2
PR430
6/1/2020
Computer & Information Services
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
CIS101-Intro to Computer Applications
3
SEC101
6/1/2020
CIS102-Advanced Microsoft Excel
3
CIS105
6/1/2020
CIS103-Database Management
3
CIS335
6/1/2020
CIS201-Computer Hardware
3
SEC100
6/1/2020
CIS202-Operating Systems
3
COMSC260
6/1/2020
CIS203-Computer Support Network
3
SEC201
6/1/2020
CIS301-Software Testing and Quality Assurance
3
COMSC330
6/1/2020
CIS302-Front End Web Develop.
3
WEB299
6/1/2020
We accept selected Sophia Learning courses as external learning. Transcripts should be uploaded at the time of application. We do not accept Sophia Learning courses once the student enrolls.
We accept selected Study.com courses as external learning. Transcripts should be uploaded at the time of application. We do not accept Study.com courses once the student enrolls.
We accept selected Saylor Academy courses as external learning. Transcripts should be uploaded at the time of application. We do not accept Sophia Learning courses once the student enrolls.
CWPD Partner Programs
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Data Navigators
2
Humanities Elective
8/28/2020
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Microsoft Office Specialist
3
Humanities Elective
8/28/2020
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
CYCLE: CSI 2
1
PR430
8/28/2020
CYCLE: CSI 1
2
PR430
9/1/2022
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
PPL Rhode Coder
1
Web Elective
8/28/2020
This program is a 4-year program. Credits are given at the conclusion of the program. For credit recommendation for any year less than the completed program, please reach out to your advisor or the Director of Prior Learning Assessment ucpla@rwu.edu
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
STTRADE
3
CNST100- Introduction to Construction Management
7/23/2021
STTRADE
3
CNST116-Computer Applications for Construction
7/23/2021
STTRADE
3
CNST130-Plans, Specifications and Building Codes
7/23/2021
STTRADE
4
CNST201-Advanced Construction Methods and Materials + Lab
7/23/2021
STTRADE
4
CNST302-Surveying + Lab
7/23/2021
STTRADE
4
CNST445-
Construction Project Management and Safety + Lab
7/23/2021
Healthcare
The following credits have been evaluated and are recommended for Standardized Credit at Roger Williams University | University College for those who come into RWU with a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Certificate, without transferable credits. Students who complete a DOE approved program for Medical Assistant are eligible to take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam. THE RMA is a voluntary, national credential for the medical assisting profession.
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Anatomy & Physiology I
4
BIO215
6/1/2020
Anatomy & Physiology II
4
BIO216
6/1/2020
Computer & Information Literacy
1
CIS Elective
6/1/2020
Health Administration & Records Mgmt.
3
HCA414
6/1/2020
Phlebotomy
2
HCA Elective
6/1/2020
Clinical Procedures
3
HCA Elective
6/1/2020
The Virtual Medical Office
3
SCS430
6/1/2020
Pharmacology
3
HCA Elective
6/1/2020
Certification
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
CDP & CIT: Board for the Certification of Chemical Dependency
30
TBD
6/1/15
Credit for the following courses, formally offered through the Rhode Island Department of Substance Abuse, will be awarded for eligible students. However, credit for these courses will not be granted if they are included in the 30 credits awarded for the CDP/CIT Certification.
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
AIDS & IV Drug User 1
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Supervision Workshop
3
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Family Counseling Workshop
3
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Group Counseling Workshop
3
PSYCH Elective
6/1/2020
Theories & Techniques of Counseling
3
SHS408
6/1/2020
Counseling of Women
3
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Counseling I
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Counseling II
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Counseling III
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Training In-Service Training (TAT) L-Course
3
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Training In-Service Training (TAT) S-Course
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Standard First Aid
1
LIBARTS Elective
6/1/2020
Advanced First Aid
2
LIBARTS Elective
6/1/2020
CPR
1
LIBARTS Elective
6/1/2020
CPR Instructor
1
LIBARTS Elective
6/1/2020
Course or Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
EMT
6
SCS Elective
6/1/2020
EMT-A
9
SCS Elective
6/1/2020
EMT-C
12
SCS Elective
6/1/2020
EMS Basic
6
EMS 121
6/1/2020
EMS Paramedic I
6
EMS 211
6/1/2020
EMS Paramedic II
6
EMS 212
6/1/2020
EMS Paramedic III
6
EMS 311
6/1/2020
EMS Paramedic IV
6
EMS 312
6/1/2020
Emergency Medical Technician
6
SCS Elective
1/25/2021
Para medicine offered by Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Paramedicine Program
40
SCS Elective
6/1/2015
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Classroom & Course Work
2
SHS Elective
6/1/2020
Clinical Hours
3
SHS 440
6/1/2020
*SHS courses count towards Social Science requirements for AA/AS and BGS in Humanities, Social Science & Individualized.
Northeast Regional Support Center
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Adolescence Intervention Strategies
2
SHS Elective
6/1/2015
Women in Treatment
2
SHS Elective
6/1/2015
New England Institute of Alcohol Studies
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Each One Week Workshop
1
SHS Elective
6/1/2015
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Introduction & Overview
3
PSYCH100 or SHS100
6/1/2020
Physiology and Pharmacology of Alcohol and Other Drugs
3
PSYCH390
6/1/2020
Law & Ethics
3
PSYCH299 or HCA413
6/1/2020
Individual, Group & Family Counseling
3
SHS457
6/1/2020
Case Management
3
PSYCH356 or SHS408
6/1/2020
Personal & Professional Growth
3
PSYCH430
6/1/2020
Field Practicum
3
PSYCH499
6/1/2020
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Classroom Training
3
3
SHS258-Social and Health Services and Family Systems
SCS430-Special Topics in Continuing Studies
2/10/2021
Field Experience
2
SCS Elective
2/10/2021
Law Enforcement
New Jersey State Police Instructor Training:
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Instructor Training Course
3
PA430- Special Topics in Public Administration
6/1/2020
3
PPSS Elective
6/1/2020
To receive credit, students must score a 75% or better on the exit exam. The Justice System Training and Research Institute is part of Roger Williams University. It provides high-quality, academically challenging professional development training to justice system personnel and serves as an applied research resource and information provider for the criminal justice community to enhance the professionalism of the justice system.
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
First Supervisor Training
3
CJS420- Justice Studies Capstone
10/5/2023
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
MA. Municipal Police Training
3
CJS105-Introduction to Criminal Justice
1/25/2021
3
CJS150-Policing in America
1/25/2021
3
CJS201-Substantive Criminal Law
1/25/2021
3
CJS203-Criminal Procedure
1/25/2021
3
CJS204-Constitutional Law
1/25/2021
3
CJS212-Police Community Relations
1/25/2021
3
PPSS200-Introduction to Public Safety Technology
1/25/2021
1
IDS299-Professional Ethics
1/25/2021
3
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
2
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Code
Training
Course & Degree Category
Credit
Approval Date
CERT-PD
RIMPA
PPSS100
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
PPSS110 or CJS150
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
PPSS210
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
PPSS220
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
CJS201
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
CJS203
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
CJS212
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
PPSS200
3
4/19/2022
CERT-PD
RIMPA
CJS469
3
4/19/2022
Roger Williams University | University College has assessed the training done through the Rhode Island Department of Corrections. These credits are now standardized. Students who have completed the Rhode Island Corrections Academy will receive up to the following 15 credits towards their degree/certificate at Roger Williams University College.
Course
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
RI Corrections Academy
3
CJS330-Corrections in the United States or PSS 120-Introduction to Corrections
6/1/2020
3
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
6/1/2020
3
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
6/1/2020
3
Humanities or Social Science Elective
6/1/2020
3
CJS469-Justice Studies Practicum
6/1/2020
1
Humanities or Social Science Elective (CPR)
4/4/2021
Experience/Certificate Name
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Advanced Death & Cold Case
1
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Inside the Tape
1
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Interviewing & Interrogation
2
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Conducting Homicide Investigations
1
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Practical Homicide Investigations
1
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Field Office Training
2
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Hostage Rescue
2
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Emergency Services Tactical Ops
3
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Providence Basic Tactical Operations
3
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
1/25/2021
Cooper Fitness Instructor
2
Liberal Arts Elective
1/25/2021
Basic Crisis Negotiation
3
CJS430-Basic Crisis Negotiation
7/23/21
Scientific Investigations I (URI)
4
FSI101-Survey of Forensics
1/25/2021
Scientific Investigations II (URI)
4
NATSC226-Forensic Science and Lab
1/25/2021
ARIDE: Basic Drug Training
3
CJS430-Special Topics in Criminal Justice
7/23/2021
ARIDE: Advanced
3
PSYC 390-Substance Abuse
7/23/2021
ARIDE: Drug Recognition Expert
3
CJS305-Drugs, Society, and Behavior
7/23/2021
Experience/Certificate Name
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Youth Worker Certificate
1
CD Elective
7/23/21
School Resource Officer Management
1
Liberal Arts Elective
7/23/21
School Resource Officer Basic
2
Liberal Arts Elective
7/23/21
Resource Officer Advanced
1
PPSS Elective or CJS Elective
7/23/21
Trade Programs
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Basic Electricity
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Elevator Systems
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
AC/DC Motors
4
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Control Systems
6
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Conversion I
4
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Conversion II
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Repair I
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Repair III
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Maintenance I
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Maintenance III
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Solid State I
2
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Solid State I & II
10
SCS Elective
7/1/2017
Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3)
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
STTRADE
3
SCS Elective
7/1/2022
First Aid & CPR
1
Liberal Arts Elective
7/1/2022
Building Futures Construction Pre-Apprenticeship
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Pre-Apprenticeship Training
3
CNST Elective
8/1/2022
Pre-Apprenticeship Training
2
TLM Elective
8/1/2022
First Aid & CPR
1
SOSCI Elective
7/1/2022
Course/Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Trade Skills 100
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Hoistway Structures 200
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Electric Fundamentals 300
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Electric Theory & Application 400
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Installation 500
4
RWU999
11/1/2017
Solid State 600
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Power & Logic 700
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Advanced Topics in Elevators 800
4
RWU999
11/1/2017
(OJT) Experiential Learning Year 1
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
(OJT) Experiential Learning Year 2
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
(OJT) Experiential Learning Year 3
3
RWU999
11/1/2017
Course/Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
First Year Training
10
SCS Elective
2/10/2021
Second Year Training
10
SCS Elective
2/10/2021
Third Year Training
10
SCS Elective
2/10/2021
Fourth Year Training
12
SCS Elective
2/10/2021
To receive ACE college credits for IEC apprenticeship training, please follow the steps below.
Contact your local IEC chapter to verify and ensure your student record is on file and have completed all necessary documentation for your training.
Below you will find a variety of positions and trainings that receive college credit.
Child Development Associate
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Early Childhood Education Training CDA
3
EDPR100-Child Development and Practice- Infants/Toddlers
7/23/21
3
EDPR105-Professionalism: Infants and Toddlers
7/23/21
Roger Williams University | University College awards up to 15 Credits for Prior Learning for Teaching Assistants. The amount of credit will depend on the length of employment as a Teaching Assistant in Rhode Island. This credit will come in as courses in Liberal Arts and may not count towards requirements for a degree in Education
In addition, one credit is transferable as a Liberal Arts credit for any degree, if you have completed the Teachers Assistant Training Program offered through CCRI or another institution through a noncredit training program, You will have to provide a RIDE certificate or evidence of successful completion of all classes, assignments, job shadowing, and the final exam.
CCRI Teachers Assistant Training Program
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Teachers Assistant Training Program
1
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
Verified Hours/ Years worked
Hours Worked
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
45 hours
1
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
90 hours
2
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
135 hours
3
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
180 hours
4
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
225 hours
5
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
270 hours
6
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
315 hours
7
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
360 hours
8
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
405 hours
9
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
450 hours
10
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
495 hours
11
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
540 hours
12
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
585 hours
13
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
630 hours
14
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
675 hours
15
Liberal Arts Elective
6/1/2020
School Nurses
Training
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
School Nursing Experience
3
SHS409-Methods and Procedures of School Nursing
7/23/21
3
SHS435-Organization and Administration of School Health
7/23/21
Fire Fighting
Code
Training
Course & Degree Category
Credit
Approval Date
NFPA
Confined Space Rescue Technician
PPSS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Fire & Emergency Service Officer
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Fire Instructor
CJS Elective
3
4/27/2022
NFPA
Health and Safety Officer
PPSS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Incident Safety Officer
PPSS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Live Burn Train and Trainer
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Rope Rescue Technician I
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Rope Rescue Technician II
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Command and Control of Incident Ops
PPSS Elective
3
4/27/2022
NFPA
Rope Rescue Operations Refresher
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Fireground Support Operations
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Driver/Operator-Pumper, Ariel, Tiller
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Fire Apparatus Driver Training
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Emergency Vehicle Driving Practices
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
HAZMAT Operations & Technician
EMS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Health and Safety Officer
PPSS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Incident Safety Officer
PPSS Elective
3
4/27/2022
NFPA
Plan Review
PPSS Elective
1
4/27/2022
NFPA
Rapid Intervention
PPSS Elective
1
4/27/2022
Code
Training
Course & Degree Category
Credit
Date
NFPA
Firefighter I
PPSS Elective
9
4/27/2022
NFPA
First Responder Training
PPSS or CJS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
HAZMAT Operations & Technician
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Pumper Program
CJS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Arial Program
EMS Elective
2
4/27/2022
NFPA
Advanced Fire Training
SCS440
4
4/27/2022
NFPA
EMT Basic
EMS121
6
4/27/2022
East Providence Firefighters then go through an additional 320 hours of training, which include live burns and lifesaving techniques, as well and additional 400 hours of EMT Training. The EMT training consists of basic and Cardiac level.
National Service Programs
There are two levels for AmeriCorp Programs
Member VISTA
12 Credits @ 135 hours Undergraduate or 3 Credits Graduate
AmeriCorp Leader
15 Credits @ 135 hours Undergraduate or 3 Credits Graduate
Undergrad Credits should be chosen based on the number of credit hours listed above.
Experience
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
All students receive these credits
3
CD101-Strategies in Community and Neighborhood
7/23/21
3
IDS150-Cultural Awareness in a Global Society
7/23/21
3
COUP460 or Specialized Major 460 (ie COMM460)
7/23/21
3
COUP460 or Specialized Major 460 (ie COMM460)
7/23/21
Additional Credits as needed based on position
3
COUP460 or Specialized Major 460 (ie COMM460)
7/23/21
Graduate Credit Determined by Portfolio
*A student may not be awarded any credit as a graduate student if the credit was awarded for their undergraduate degree
Experience
Credit
RWU | UC Course
Approval Date
Experience regardless of job title
3
To be determined by portfolio
7/23/21
There are three levels of a VISTA:
Member VISTA
15 Credits @ 135 hours Undergraduate or 3 Credits Graduate
VISTA Leader
18 Credits @ 135 hours Undergraduate or 3 Credits Graduate