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Applicants must achieve a minimum decision score of 75 on the NACE I PN to RN exam and the 70th percentile or above on the Normal Nutrition exam to be considered for advanced placement.

<!DOCTYPE html> Skip to main content Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) may grant credit hours toward an associate degree or technical certificate for properly validated prior learning experiences acquired on the job or in other training environments. Only students officially enrolled at PCCUA may be awarded credit by prior learning assessment. One or more of the following methods can be used to measure and evaluate prior learning experiences: Observation of demonstrated competencies Product evaluation - portfolio, oral interview, written exams (standard or departmental) Performance tests (standard or departmental) For information on Prior Learning Assessment, contact the appropriate dean or department director, or the Office of Admissions and Records.

 Submission of records of high school graduation or equivalency and any post - secondary transcripts if transfer credit is desired.

North Carolina Central University (“N.C, Central”), located at 1801 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina 27707, and Halifax Community College located at 100 College Drive,, Weldon, North Carolina 27890, understand that bilateral agreements benefit the community, employers, and students in their regions, This agreement (this “Articulation Agreement”) will allow a smooth transition for students transferring between institutions and maximizes allowable transfer credit. Central and Halifax Community College (both known as “the Parties”) are entering into this Articulation Agreement: 1, Admissions Requirements — The Parties agree that a student graduate of Halifax Community College with an Information Technology Associate in Applied Science (“Information Technology Cybersecurity AAS”) degree, and with at least a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2,0 based on a 4.0 scale, will be admitted to the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology — Cybersecurity concentration degree prograin at NC Central provided all other admission conditions are satisfied, 2, Transfer Requirements —NC Central agrees to accept a maximum of 62 credit hours of transfer coursework per transfer student completed at Halifax Community College as equivalent on a course-by- course basis with a grade of *C” or better earned from the Information Technology Cybersecurity AAS degree program for students completing the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology ~ Cybersecurity concentration (BS Information Technology - Cybersecurity) degree program at NC Central, The approved courses and credit hours that will transfer to NC Central are consistent with the NC Comprehensive Articulation Agreement and the crosswalk of courses detailed in Appendix A of this Articulation Agreement, Students who did not complete an Information Technology (AAS) degree at Halifax Community College are not guaranteed the benefits of this Articulation Agreement. 3, Faculty Requirements — Halifax Community College courses approved for transfer credit must be taught by faculty who meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges accreditation and Community College credential requirements.

It allows smooth transition for students transferring between institutions and maximizes allowable transfer of credit.

Provide documentation of high school graduation or equivalency, along with any post-secondary transcripts for transfer credit evaluation. Enrollment is limited to a maximum number of 10 qualified students per cohort Selection is based on a ranking system that may include: Academic performance (high school GPA or equivalent) Grades in related college coursework Transfer credits Completion of science and math courses Extra points for relevant healthcare experience Selection procedures occur during the summer, and students are notified by email of their acceptance into the MLT program. The possible transfer or substitution of general education courses must be evaluated by the Registrar's Office.

Students will not be allowed to receive credit by examination for a course that they have audited.

Students will not be allowed to receive credit by examination for a course that they have audited.

All earned writing and mathematics credits at the associate’s level will be honored by this agreement; however, if assessment indicates further work in these areas is required, associate’s-level math and writing courses may be distributed as electives within the Cambridge College degree program An additional 20-21 semester hours of approved college transfer courses required for the completion of the associate in arts and science degree {AA&S) shall be accepted as transfer credits. A student who has completed any part of the General Education Core shall receive transfer credit for those general education courses that have been satisfactorily completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Students will be permitted to transfer from one program to another when they feel the program change will be academically valuable. Should a student on probation transfer to another program, transfer credit will be given, but the student’s grade point average is cumulative and will remain the same as in the former program.

Students will be permitted to transfer from one program to another when they feel the program change will be academically valuable. Should a student on probation transfer to another program, transfer credit will be given, but the student’s grade point average is cumulative and will remain the same as in the former program.

Credit by Examination Credit by examination is offered in certain courses to those students who, because of their demonstrated abilities, are qualified to accelerate their studies. To obtain credit by examination, the student must register for the course, pay tuition and fees, and take a proficiency examination. The vice president of academic and student affairs will determine which course offerings may be completed through credit by examination. Applications for such examination are made to the vice president of academic and student affairs at the time of enrollment. Only those courses listed in the current catalog which are approved for credit by examination may be taken for credit and only in the amount of credit listed. Credit by examination for approved courses may be taken during any semester. Students who are planning to take a sequential course should take the examination before the end of the registration period. All other credit by examination should be completed by the mid-term. The symbol “CE” will be printed on the student’s transcript if he/she receives credit for a course through the credit by examination procedure. However, this credit will not be included in the student’s grade point average. In cases where a student fails to pass a course through credit by examination, the symbol “CX” will be recorded on his/ her transcript. Students will not be permitted to challenge course work for which they have already received a failing grade or audited. Not more than 25 percent of the required credits for a degree/diploma may be earned through credit by examination. Students are urged to inquire into the regulations of the college or university to which they intend to transfer relative to such institution’s policy regarding the acceptance of credit by examination course credits. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 About Admissions Apply Campus Map Employee Directory Employee Quick Links Events Financial Aid Getting Started Give HCC Foundation HCC Virtual Bookshelf Human Resources News Paying for College Services & Support Student Quick Links What We Offer ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

Credit by Examination Credit by examination is offered in certain courses to those students who, because of their demonstrated abilities, are qualified to accelerate their studies. To obtain credit by examination, the student must register for the course, pay tuition and fees, and take a proficiency examination. The vice president of academic and student affairs will determine which course offerings may be completed through credit by examination. Applications for such examination are made to the vice president of academic and student affairs at the time of enrollment. Only those courses listed in the current catalog which are approved for credit by examination may be taken for credit and only in the amount of credit listed. Credit by examination for approved courses may be taken during any semester. Students who are planning to take a sequential course should take the examination before the end of the registration period. All other credit by examination should be completed by the mid-term. The symbol “CE” will be printed on the student’s transcript if he/she receives credit for a course through the credit by examination procedure. However, this credit will not be included in the student’s grade point average. In cases where a student fails to pass a course through credit by examination, the symbol “CX” will be recorded on his/ her transcript. Students will not be permitted to challenge course work for which they have already received a failing grade or audited. Not more than 25 percent of the required credits for a degree/diploma may be earned through credit by examination. Students are urged to inquire into the regulations of the college or university to which they intend to transfer relative to such institution’s policy regarding the acceptance of credit by examination course credits. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

Credit by Examination Credit by examination is available in selected curriculum courses for students who demonstrate prior learning and sufficient subject matter competency to justify advanced standing. This process supports academic acceleration in accordance with institutional policy and applicable State Board of Community Colleges (SBCCC) guidelines. To request credit by examination, a student must be formally enrolled in the course and submit the required application. Tuition and applicable fees must be paid prior to the administration of the examination. Proficiency examinations will be administered and evaluated by qualified faculty or designated academic personnel. The Dean of Business, Transfer and Service Careers or Dean of CTE and Health Sciences is responsible for approving eligible courses for credit by examination. Only courses identified in the official college catalog and approved for credit by examination may be challenged, and credit awarded may not exceed the credit hours assigned to the course. Credit by examination may be attempted during any term in which the course is offered. Students intending to enroll in a sequential course are encouraged to complete the examination prior to the end of the registration period to ensure appropriate placement. In all other cases, credit by examination should be completed by the established midterm deadline. A grade of “CE” (Credit by Examination) will be recorded on the student’s transcript for successfully completed examinations. While credit will be awarded, it will not be included in the calculation of the student’s grade point average (GPA). If a student does not successfully pass the examination, a “CX” (Credit Examination Not Awarded) will be recorded on the transcript. Students are not eligible to challenge a course in which a grade of “F” has previously been earned or for which the student has officially enrolled as an audit. No more than 25 percent of the total credit hours required for a degree or diploma may be earned through credit by examination. Students are encouraged to consult the receiving institution’s transfer policies regarding acceptance of credit awarded through examination. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

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5. Students seeking an Associates degree, entering a medical program, are a veteran student, and certain diploma programs must be a high school graduate and must submit a high school transcript or general high school equivalency credential and may be required to submit all college transcripts. 7. Submit official transcripts from previously attended colleges if transfer credit is desired. Transcripts and transfer credits will be taken into consideration where appropriate.

7. Submit official transcripts from previously attended colleges if transfer credit is desired. Transcripts and transfer credits will be taken into consideration where appropriate.

All HCC transfer students may receive up to a maximum of sixty-four (64) semester hours of academic credit for approved courses completed (see page 3) with a grade of “C” or better earned. Faculty - HCC courses approved for transfer credit must be taught by faculty who meet the community college credential requirements.

HCC students who have earned an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree are entitled for admission to Chowan University’s Adult Degree Completion program and for evaluation of their courses for which transfer credit is requested, provided all other conditions for admission are satisfied.

The courses approved for transfer credit are taught by HCC faculty who meet the credential requirements of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). A recipient of a degree from HCC who applies for admission to ECCC and is admitted as a transfer student may receive up to a maximum of sixty-five (33) semester hours of academic credit.

College credit for high school coursework is awarded b based on the statewide North Carolina High School Community College Articulation Agreement. No more than 75% of the required credits for a degree diploma, or certificate may be earned through high school course3work articulated to community college credit. To receive credit for the associated community college course, students must: Complete the specified high school course with a final grade of B or higher; Achieve a RAW score of 93 or higher on the standardized CTE post-assessment; Enroll at Halifax Community College within two years of high school graduation date; Submit an official high school transcript and CTE post assessment scores to the Admissions Office; and Submit a completed Credit for Prior Learning form to the Registrar’s Office within the first year of enrollment.

To receive credit for the associated community college course, students must: Complete the specified high school course with a final grade of B or higher; Achieve a RAW score of 93 or higher on the standardized CTE post-assessment; Enroll at Halifax Community College within two years of high school graduation date; Submit an official high school transcript and CTE post assessment scores to the Admissions Office; and Submit a completed Credit for Prior Learning form to the Registrar’s Office within the first year of enrollment.

Students enrolled at Halifax Community College seeking academic credit for prior learning via industry recognized and/or state regulated credentials must submit a request for approval to receive credit. Course credit is awarded based on established state approved articulations. To request approval, students must: Meet all admission requirements for the college and program; Be enrolled in the associated certificate diploma or degree program which includes the course for which credit is sought (for apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship, students must be enrolled in a North Carolina Community College System CTE curriculum program that aligns with their documented apprenticeship); Complete a Request for Credit for Prior Learning form; Attach evidence of apprenticeship or valid (non-expired) certification/licensure which must have been issued within five (5) years prior to their request for articulated credit; and Submit the completed Credit for Prior Learning form and required documentation to the School chair of the discipline for the course.

Students enrolled at Halifax Community College seeking academic credit for prior learning via industry recognized and/or state regulated credentials must submit a request for approval to receive credit. To request approval, students must: Meet all admission requirements for the college and program; Be enrolled in the associated certificate diploma or degree program which includes the course for which credit is sought (for apprenticeship or pre-apprenticeship, students must be enrolled in a North Carolina Community College System CTE curriculum program that aligns with their documented apprenticeship); Complete a Request for Credit for Prior Learning form; Attach evidence of apprenticeship or valid (non-expired) certification/licensure which must have been issued within five (5) years prior to their request for articulated credit; and Submit the completed Credit for Prior Learning form and required documentation to the School chair of the discipline for the course.

Under these agreements, 60 credit hours transfer, and all general education requirements will be considered as met. These courses will be transferred into the degree of student's choice and students will be advised of the status of their transfer credits through an individual transfer credit evaluation prior to commencement of the bachelors’ degree program.

Students in the nursing program must obtain permission from the Dean of Allied Health to take required courses for transfer credit at another college, before enrolling in the course the students expect to transfer to PCCUA.

In addition, students enrolled in Special Studies (T90990), Distance Learning (T90990X), continuing education, courses for which credit by examination has been received, and/or courses being audited by the student are ineligible for federal and state financial aid.

A transfer student may receive up to a maximum of sixty semester hours of academic credit. Faculty - HCC courses approved for transfer credit must have been taught by faculty who meet the credential requirements of the Southem Association of Colleges and School Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

SAU and HCC hefeby join in a collaborative effort to facilitate the transfer of students graduating from HCC into a baccalaureate degree program ht SAU and agree to the following terms and condition: 1, Transfer Requirements - The parties agree that a graduate of HCC with a degree in Associates in Art, Associate in Science, and/or Assotiate in General Education with at least a cumulative grade point average (GPA) pf 2.0 based on a 4.0 scale will be admitted to SAU provided all other conditions for admission are satisfied, SAU agrees to accept college transfer coursework completed #t HCC as equivalent to SAU courses, A transfer student may receive up to a maximum of sixty semester hours of academic erpalit, | Faculty - HCE courses approved for transfer credit must have been taught by faculty who meet the credential requirements of the Southerh Association of Colleges and School Commission on Colleges {SACSCOC).

A transfer student may receive up to a maximum of sixty- five (65) semester hours of academic credit. Faculty - HCC courses approved for transfer credit must have been taught by faculty who meet the credential requirements of the Southern Association of Colleges and School Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

In addition to submitting all other application materials, a student desiring to receive transfer credit must have an official transcript sent to Halifax Community College by the institution that originally granted the credits (see Transfer Credit in Academic Information section). Note: Transfer and reentry students must provide official transcripts from all institutions attended if they desire transfer credit.

In addition to submitting all other application materials, a student desiring to receive transfer credit must have an official transcript sent to Halifax Community College by the institution that originally granted the credits (see Transfer Credit in Academic Information section). Note: Transfer and reentry students must provide official transcripts from all institutions attended if they desire transfer credit.

Transfer Credit A transfer student is a student pursuing a degree at Halifax Community College who has earned credits at another institution and wishes to apply these credits toward a Halifax Community College certificate, diploma, or degree. In addition to submitting all other application materials, a student desiring to receive transfer credit must have an official transcript sent to Halifax Community College by each institution that originally granted the credits. For degree completion, at least 25 percent of semester credit hours of curriculum course requirements must be completed at Halifax Community College. Exceptions are allowable and may include the following: Transfer credit from foreign institutions not accredited by a regional postsecondary accrediting commission. The student must provide a certified English interpretation. Transfer of course work completed at a degree-granting institution accredited by a professional accrediting body responsible for free-standing institutions within a specialty and approved by appropriate HCC faculty. Halifax Community College may also grant credit where applicable for military service schools in accordance with the recommendations of the American Council of Education’s “Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services” when consistent with the student’s program requirements. Halifax Community College does not allow credit for experiential learning. All courses in the North Carolina Community College System Combined Course Library (CCL) are transferable from other colleges. Halifax Community College will grant credit for work done at all regionally accredited institutions of higher education for courses which a student has earned a grade of “C” or higher. All transfer credit awarded must be adequately justified and must include documentation that the credit awarded represents collegiate course work relevant to the degree. Course content and level of instruction must result in student competencies at least equivalent to those of students enrolled in the institution’s own educational programs and course work must be taught by faculty qualified to teach at the appropriate degree level. Credits will transfer to HCC with a “CT” grade and will not be included in the student’s overall grade point average. Transfer credit is not awarded for continuing education courses nor life experience (See exception below.) Students wishing curriculum credit for these types of courses/experiences may inquire as to eligibility to register, pay for, and take an appropriate class as credit by exam. Courses successfully challenged will count toward the student’s major (if applicable) for graduation purposes but will not be awarded any quality points toward the cumulative quality point average and will not transfer to another college. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 About Admissions Apply Campus Map Employee Directory Employee Quick Links Events Financial Aid Getting Started Give HCC Foundation HCC Virtual Bookshelf Human Resources News Paying for College Services & Support Student Quick Links What We Offer ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

Transfer Credit A transfer student is a student pursuing a degree at Halifax Community College who has earned credits at another institution and wishes to apply these credits toward a Halifax Community College certificate, diploma, or degree. In addition to submitting all other application materials, a student desiring to receive transfer credit must have an official transcript sent to Halifax Community College by each institution that originally granted the credits. For degree completion, at least 25 percent of semester credit hours of curriculum course requirements must be completed at Halifax Community College. Exceptions are allowable and may include the following: Transfer credit from foreign institutions not accredited by a regional postsecondary accrediting commission. The student must provide a certified English interpretation. Transfer of course work completed at a degree-granting institution accredited by a professional accrediting body responsible for free-standing institutions within a specialty and approved by appropriate HCC faculty. Halifax Community College may also grant credit where applicable for military service schools in accordance with the recommendations of the American Council of Education’s “Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services” when consistent with the student’s program requirements. Halifax Community College does not allow credit for experiential learning. All courses in the North Carolina Community College System Combined Course Library (CCL) are transferable from other colleges. Halifax Community College will grant credit for work done at all regionally accredited institutions of higher education for courses which a student has earned a grade of “C” or higher. All transfer credit awarded must be adequately justified and must include documentation that the credit awarded represents collegiate course work relevant to the degree. Course content and level of instruction must result in student competencies at least equivalent to those of students enrolled in the institution’s own educational programs and course work must be taught by faculty qualified to teach at the appropriate degree level. Credits will transfer to HCC with a “CT” grade and will not be included in the student’s overall grade point average. Transfer credit is not awarded for continuing education courses nor life experience (See exception below.) Students wishing curriculum credit for these types of courses/experiences may inquire as to eligibility to register, pay for, and take an appropriate class as credit by exam. Courses successfully challenged will count toward the student’s major (if applicable) for graduation purposes but will not be awarded any quality points toward the cumulative quality point average and will not transfer to another college. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

Procedure for Requesting/Awarding Credit The student will request transfer of credit via a form entitled “Request for Transfer of Continuing Education/Workforce and Economic Development Credit to Curriculum (“Request”). Only courses that are “pre-approved” and are on the “pre-approved” list are eligible for transfer. Courses taken at other institutions can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If the transfer of credit is approved, the credit is noted on the student’s curriculum transcript as “TR” (transfer) and that credit will not be included in the student’s overall grade point average. This is the same policy that applies to all transfer credit. For degree completion, at least twenty-five percent (25%) of semester credit hours of curriculum course requirements must be completed at Halifax Com- munity College AND those twenty-five percent of credit hours must be curriculum level courses (cannot be transferred credit from Continuing Education/ Workforce and Economic Development).

Procedure for Requesting/Awarding Credit The student will request transfer of credit via a form entitled “Request for Transfer of Continuing Education/Workforce and Economic Development Credit to Curriculum (“Request”). Only courses that are “pre-approved” and are on the “pre-approved” list are eligible for transfer. Courses taken at other institutions can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If the transfer of credit is approved, the credit is noted on the student’s curriculum transcript as “TR” (transfer) and that credit will not be included in the student’s overall grade point average. This is the same policy that applies to all transfer credit. For degree completion, at least twenty-five percent (25%) of semester credit hours of curriculum course requirements must be completed at Halifax Com- munity College AND those twenty-five percent of credit hours must be curriculum level courses (cannot be transferred credit from Continuing Education/ Workforce and Economic Development).

Transfer of Credit Between Programs Credit on subjects earned with a grade of “D” or better at HCC will be accepted in cases where a student transfers from one curriculum to another within the school. Courses transferred must be comparable in content and contact hours to the course for which credit is given. Transfer of credits from one curriculum program to another will be granted under the following conditions: The course(s) is/are required for graduation in both programs. Although taking elective hours in the major curriculum area is encouraged, those credit hours designated “elective” may be taken or transferred from one curriculum to another to the extent of the number of credit hours designated as free elective hours in that curriculum area into which a student transfers. All previous grades earned (including “F’s”) will be included in the applicable major grade point average and CQPA at the time of reentry. Continuing education courses are not transferable to curriculum programs (See Exception below.). Transcript evaluations done during the transition period when HCC changed from the quarter to semester system are no longer valid. Students must meet current catalog requirements. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 About Admissions Apply Campus Map Employee Directory Employee Quick Links Events Financial Aid Getting Started Give HCC Foundation HCC Virtual Bookshelf Human Resources News Paying for College Services & Support Student Quick Links What We Offer ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

Transfer of Credit Between Programs Credit on subjects earned with a grade of “D” or better at HCC will be accepted in cases where a student transfers from one curriculum to another within the school. Courses transferred must be comparable in content and contact hours to the course for which credit is given. Transfer of credits from one curriculum program to another will be granted under the following conditions: The course(s) is/are required for graduation in both programs. Although taking elective hours in the major curriculum area is encouraged, those credit hours designated “elective” may be taken or transferred from one curriculum to another to the extent of the number of credit hours designated as free elective hours in that curriculum area into which a student transfers. All previous grades earned (including “F’s”) will be included in the applicable major grade point average and CQPA at the time of reentry. Continuing education courses are not transferable to curriculum programs (See Exception below.). Transcript evaluations done during the transition period when HCC changed from the quarter to semester system are no longer valid. Students must meet current catalog requirements. Facebook Twitter Youtube 100 College Drive P.O. Drawer 809 Weldon, NC 27890 252-536-2551 Weather Line: 252-536-6351 ©2024 Halifax Community College. All rights reserved.

All HCC transfer students may receive up toa maximum of sixty-four (64) semester hours of academic credit for approved courses completed (see pages 3 & 4) with a grade of “C” or better earned. Students will transfer form HCC a maximum of 64 hours. Faculty - HCC courses approved for transfer credit must be taught by faculty who meet the community college credential requirements.