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Achieved Prior Learning
(APL)
FAQs
What is APL?
Achieved Prior Learning (APL) is a way to earn Moraine Valley Community College credit for what you
already know from prior learning or work experience. It is a Moraine
Valley Program designed to help Moraine Valley students obtain Moraine Valley
college credit without repeating material. Faculty members assess your
knowledge through written examinations, interviews and performance tests.
Alternative Learning maintains a list of courses available for APL credit and
the assessment methods.
Who is it for?
APL is open to all Moraine Valley students. Registration is accepted
anytime during the year, and Alternative Learning has the necessary forms.
Is there a time limit on
completing an APL?
Yes. You have 25 weeks from the day you register for the APL to complete
all requirements, unless your instructor designates a different schedule.
Do APL credits
transfer?
You should check with the registrar of the transfer school to verify acceptance
of APL credits.
When and how can I
register?
You can register any time during the year. Come to Alternative Learning in
B260 for instructions and forms.
Is there a limit on how
many APL credits I may receive?
To graduate from Moraine Valley, you must earn at least 25 percent of the
program requirements at Moraine Valley in addition to credit obtained through
APL. Some programs further limit the number of courses for which APL
credit can be received. An APL course appears on a transcript with the
designation "P" and number of credit hours earned.
Can I use APL as an
independent study?
No. If you would like to independently learn course material, you should
not investigate APL. APL is designed for those who already know the course
material.
How is my prior
learning assessed and graded?
Your knowledge is assessed by full-time faculty members in the appropriate
academic or career discipline. The assessment itself may be a written
examination, interview or performance test.
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