Cybersecurity - Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

Alvin Community College recognizes the benefits of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) in helping students reach their goals in a more efficient way. Additionally, the College is cognizant of the diverse ways in which students obtain knowledge and skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. The primary goal of PLA is to evaluate a student's knowledge and skill-set to be awarded college credit through alternative pathways such as national and local examinations, industry certifications and work experience, military training, articulation agreements and non-credit mirror course conversion. 

To complete a PLA application, contact Crystal Johnson, by email cjohnson@alvincollege.edu. 

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Application Form

PLA Requirements for Computer Networking Courses

Any applicant requesting PLA credit for Computer Networking level courses must fully meet the following requirement:
 

1. Provide a current CompTIA Network + certificate

Should an applicant successfully fulfill the above requirements, PLA credit shall be awarded for the following:

Course #	Course Name	Hours
ITNW 1325	Fundamentals of Networking	3
ITNW 1358	Network +	3
	TOTAL CREDIT HOUR	6

 

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