Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), rewards the knowledge and skills you have gained over the years by translating those learning experiences into college-level coursework. Save money and complete your degree faster by demonstrating what you already know through workplace experience and training, military service, professional certifications, or volunteer service.
Credit for Prior Learning Opportunities
There are several ways to turn your experiences into college credit.
At QCC, we recognize the following standardized tests.
Advanced Placement (AP)
Earn college credit for high school AP courses if you score a three or higher on the AP exam, which is administered by the College Board.
Download the AP Information Sheet.
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
You are a good candidate for CLEP credit if you have acquired substantial knowledge in general education subjects, such as English, math, history, psychology, and foreign languages.
Download the CLEP Information Sheet.
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)
If you have acquired substantial knowledge in general education or technical subjects, such as business, science, or criminal justice, you may be a good candidate for the DSST.
Download the DSST Information Sheet.
Challenge Examination
Challenge exams are developed and administered by QCC faculty. If you feel confident that you have mastery over the Microsoft Office productivity suite or keyboarding please connect with a CPL Specialist to find out if challenge exams are an option for you.
QCC proudly supports our veteran and active-duty military students. We recognize the value of the many foundational training and leadership learning experiences provided by the United States Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the National Guard. Veteran and active-duty students may be eligible to receive academic credit for these experiences through a comprehensive JST (joint-services transcript) evaluation.
Note: Military students who attended the Community College of the Air Force should submit official CCAF transcripts to the Registrar’s Office.
Students may receive college credit for coursework completed while in high school. Learn more about our high school articulation agreements and Chapter 74 .
Public high school graduates who attain high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and a world language in recognition of having studied and attained proficiency in two languages by high school graduation may also receive the Seal of Biliteracy award.
If you’ve taken non-credit courses in education, healthcare, or hospitality at QCC, you may be eligible to earn credit toward a degree program.
Business |
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The Art of the New: Entrepreneurship |
MGT216 |
3 |
Computer Systems/Engineering Technology |
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AWS Certification Security Specialty |
CST211 |
3 |
CCNA |
CST240 |
3 |
CISSP |
CST208 |
3 |
CompTIA A+ |
CSC233 |
4 |
CompTIA Linux+ |
CST245 |
4 |
CompTIA Network+ |
CSC234 |
4 |
CompTIA Security+ |
CST205 |
3 |
EC Council CEH |
CST209 |
3 |
MTA Windows Operating Server Fundamentals |
CSC241 |
3 |
MTA Windows Operating Systems Fundamentals |
CSC141 |
4 |
SNIA Certificate Storage Professional |
CSC210 |
3 |
Criminal Justice |
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Massachusetts Police Academy |
CRJ111 |
3 |
CRJ231 |
3 |
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Electronics |
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FANUC Robotics Certificate |
ELM260 |
4 |
Fire Science |
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Mass Fire Academy: Full-Time Recruit I/II |
FSC101 |
3 |
FSC104 |
3 |
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FSC241 |
3 |
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Mass Fire Academy: Call/Volunteer Firefighter I/II |
FSC101 |
3 |
FSC104 |
3 |
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Worcester Fire Recruit Academy |
FSC101 |
3 |
FSC104 |
3 |
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FSC241 |
3 |
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FSC242 |
3 |
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Commonwealth of MA Licensed Building Contractor |
FSC121 |
3 |
Fire Department Safety Officer (80 HRS) |
FSC151 |
3 |
Fire Instructor I/II/III |
FSC888 |
3 |
Fire Investigation Basic/Advanced (80 HRS) |
FSC230 |
3 |
Fire Officer II/III or Chief Fire Officer IV |
FSC263 |
3 |
Fire Prevention Officer I/II (80 HRS) |
FSC203 |
3 |
MA Hazardous Materials (Technician ONLY) |
FSC242 |
3 |
Motor Pump Operator |
FSC241 |
3 |
Public Fire Life Safety Educator |
FSC888 |
3 |
Healthcare |
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
ALH131 |
5 |
Certified/Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) |
MSS111 |
5 |
MSS112 |
5 |
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MSS121 |
5 |
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MSS122 |
5 |
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MSS199 |
2 |
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CDWC: Intro to Medical Terminology |
ALH102 |
3 |
EMT Basic |
EMT101 |
7 |
EMT Paramedic License |
MED160 |
4 |
MED170 |
3 |
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MED180 |
2 |
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MED190 |
3 |
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MED210 |
7 |
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MED220 |
5 |
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EMT Paramedic License with QCC: NUR101 (C+ or better) |
NUR888 |
7 |
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) |
PNP210 |
1 |
PNP233 |
1 |
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PNP235 |
15 |
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LPN with QCC: NUR101 (C+ or better) |
NUR888 |
8 |
Pharmacy Technician |
ALH137 |
4 |
ALH138 |
6 |
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Phlebotomy/EKG |
ALH125 |
3 |
Hotel/Hospitality |
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Certified Restaurant Professional Apprenticeship |
HRM110 |
3 |
HRM115 |
1 |
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HRM299 |
3 |
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CWDC: NCHS001.3 Managing Food Service Personnel |
HRM235 |
3 |
CWDC: NCHS002.3 Contract Foods |
HRM215 |
3 |
CWDC: NCHS003 Nutrition |
HRM216 |
3 |
ServSafe Food Safety |
HRM115 |
1 |
Worcester House of Corrections Culinary Program Certificate |
HRM100 |
1 |
HRM110 |
3 |
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CUL298 |
2 |
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CUL888 |
3 |
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Work Without Limits Culinary Career Academy |
HRM110 |
1 |
CUL888 |
3 |
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Human Services |
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Adcare Education Institute Addiction Counselor Education (ACE) |
HUS141 |
3 |
HUS243 |
4 |
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HUS244 |
4 |
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Languages |
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Massachusetts Seal of Biliteracy |
-188 |
6 |
-288 |
3 |
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Massachusetts Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction |
-188 |
6 |
-288 |
6 |
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Manufacturing |
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NC3, Precision Measurement Instruments |
MNT106 |
3 |
OSHA 30 General Industry |
MNT100 |
3 |
SME Certified Manufacturing Technologist |
MNT216 |
4 |
SME Lean Bronze |
MNT218 |
3 |
Utility Technology |
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Worcester House of Corrections AC/DC Electrical Systems Certificate |
EUT110 |
4 |
EUT111 |
4 |
Learn More
Connect with a CPL specialist to learn more about credit for prior learning.
Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday - Friday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.