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Cardinal Stritch University recognizes that college-level learning can occur in non-traditional environments and through diverse experiences.
The Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program provides a means of translating adult learning experiences into undergraduate-level, college credit.
By awarding credit for non-traditional learning experiences, Stritch lowers barriers and increases access for adult students in pursuit of life-long learning objectives, career advancement, or retraining opportunities.
The PLA Office coordinates the assessment of extra-institutional learning from these sources:
- National testing programs (CLEP examinations, DANTES subject standardized tests, and Excelsior College Examinations)
- Military/Armed Services educational training
- Professional training portfolios
- Experiential learning essays