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According to VCCS policy 5.6.5.1, Virginia community colleges are required to accept AP scores of 3 or higher.

Students who score 75 or higher on the ACCUPLACER will place into College ESL or ENG 111 College Composition I based on the assessment results.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Administration of Justice (ADJ) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options ADJ 100 Survey of Criminal Justice (3 CR.) Presents an overview of the United States criminal justice system; introduces the major system components: law enforcement, judiciary, and corrections. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Arts (ART) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options ART 100 Art Appreciation (3 CR.) Introduces art from prehistoric times to the present day. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Total 5 hours per week Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Total 4 hours per week Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) ART 140 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Business Management and Administration (BUS) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options BUS 100 Introduction to Business (3 CR.) A satisfactory placement score for ENG 111 is strongly recommended. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) BUS 200 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Communication Studies and Theatre (CST) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking (3 CR.) Applies theory and principles of public address with an emphasis on preparation and on the extemporaneous method of delivery. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual CPL: Definitions Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options Credit for Prior Learning Webinar | First Thursday of Every Month 1 , 12:00 p.m. 1 Except holidays and other NOVA closings Credit for Prior Learning is a practice institutions use to award college credit for demonstrated competency and mastery through non-traditional learning. At NOVA there are four broad categories where students earn credit for prior learning. This is not offered at NOVA; however students who have taken credits from another school should refer to a different method for credit for prior learning. Experiential Learning to Academic Credit Portfolio Development (formerly known as PLACE) - the credit for prior learning portfolio method is dedicated to providing college credit to a student who has acquired significant knowledge outside of a traditional classroom setting.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options CAD 165 Architectural Blueprint Reading (3 CR.) Emphasizes reading, understanding, and interpreting standard types of architectural drawings, including plans, elevation, sections, and details.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Education (EDU) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options EDU 114 Driver Task Analysis (3 CR.) Introduces the driver task as related to the highway transportation system and factors that influence performance ability.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Engineering (EGR) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options EGR 121 Foundations of Engineering (2 CR.) Eligible for ENG 111 . Introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment, including engineering problem solving, the engineering design process, and professional practices. Prerequisite(s) MTH 167 or MTH 162 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions English as a Second Language (ESL) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options ESL 21 Written Communication II (5 CR.) ESL 21 , ESL 22 and ESL 24 are required to complete LEVEL 2. Provides instruction in writing at the low-intermediate level.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Marketing (MKT) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options MKT 201 Introduction to Marketing (3 CR.) Introduces students to the discipline of marketing and the need to create customer value and relationships in the marketplace. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Medical Laboratory (MDL) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options MDL 100 Intro. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Corequisite(s) ENG 111 , MDL 100 , HLT 141 , and MDL 140 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) MDL 101 , MDL 125 and MDL 140 with a grade of "C" or better Corequisite(s) MDL 265 , MDL 225 , MDL 130 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) MDL 101 , MDL 125 , MDL 261 and MDL 140 with a grade of "C" or better, and Corequisite: MDL 265 , MDL 215 , MDL 130 and Students must be enrolled in their first year of the Medical Laboratory Technology AAS degree program or receive program director approval Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) for Medical Laboratory Assistant MDL 100 , MDL 105 , MDL 106 , MDL 140 grade of "C" or better Corequisite(s) MDL 130 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) Completion of MDL 261 with a grade of C or better and be enrolled in the first year, third semester summer term, of the Medical Laboratory Technology A Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) Completion of MDL 127 with a grade of C or better and be enrolled in the first year, third semester summer term, of the Medical Laboratory Technology A Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Music (MUS) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options MUS 101 Fundamentals of Music (3 CR.) Provides the ability to read and identify basic fundamentals of music notation. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) Secondary level musical knowledge and performing experience on an instrument or voice Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Mathematics (MTH) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options MTH 111 Basic Technical Mathematics (3 CR.) Provides a foundation in mathematics with emphasis in arithmetic, unit conversion, basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Prerequisite(s) At least one of MTE units 1-3; MDE 10 ; or other placement methods Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) At least one of MTE units 1-3; MDE 10 ; or other placement methods Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 : Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 : Statistics I or equivalent. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161 : Precalculus I and MTH 167 : Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161 : Precalculus I and MTH 167 : Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 167 : Precalculus with Trigonometry and MTH 161 / MTH 162 : Precalculus I and II or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 : Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 : Statistics I or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Psychology (PSY) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options PSY 100 Principles of Applied Psychology (3 CR.) Introduces the general principles of psychology as they are applied to work, relationships, and growth. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) PSY 200 or permission of instructor Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Prerequisite(s) PSY 200 or department consent Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Student Development (SDV) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options SDV 100 College Success Skills (1 CR.) Assists students to make a successful transition to college. Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) available for this course.

A Message from the President Programs Programs by Degree Type Programs by Area of Interests General Education Electives Course Content Summaries Course Descriptions Physical Education &​ Recreation (PED) Search Courses Administration The College -​ General Information Academic Policies and Information Academic Programs and Requirements Admission Information Enrollment Information Financial Information NOL -​ NOVA Online Placement Student Services and Resources Consumer Information Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Manual Emeritus Faculty Credentials What’s New for 2026-​2027 Catalog Updates Print Options PED 103 Aerobic Fitness I (1 CR.) Develops cardiovascular fitness through activities designed to elevate and sustain heart rates appropriate to age and physical condition. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

These transfer credits must be evaluated before any transfer credit is granted.

Any student or faculty/staff member may request an evaluation of a certification/credential not listed in this manual for academic credit by contacting the Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Coordinator via email at cpl@nvcc.edu or the academic dean of the discipline where the potential NOVA equivalent course is offered.

Students who wish to earn credit for a previously audited course must retake the course by reenrolling in the course for credit and paying normal tuition to earn a grade other than “X.” Advanced standing credit will not be awarded for a previously audited course.

Credit for prior learning is available effective Spring 2006, for students who take the exam and meet the following conditions reflected in the chart. A complete listing of current and prior tests can be found at http://getcollegecredit.com . Requests for credit for DSST Exams not shown here should be made to Credit for Prior Learning Committee.

To be eligible to participate in Cooperative Education or Internship courses, students must have: declared a major in a NOVA degree or certificate program; successfully completed 12 semester hours of college work or the equivalent, including transfer credit; successfully completed at least six credits from NOVA; successfully completed a minimum of two courses (for at least six credits) directly related to the program of study and internship; obtained a 2.00 or better grade point average; and obtained divisional approval after a review of the student’s academic/employment record and a determination of his/her potential for success in a co-op position or internship.

CPL: Section 6-Credit by Examination College Level Examination Program (CLEP) http://catalog.nvcc.edu/cpl-manual/credit-examination-clep/ ... and MTH 162 . Alternatively, students may ask to be awarded college credit for MTH 167 ...

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the program head.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an academic advisor or counselor for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an academic advisor with the Early Childhood Programs for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program who hold current EMS certification may be eligible for credit for prior learning. See an academic advisor or counselor for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program who have been certified as a phlebotomy technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) are eligible for credit for prior learning in MDL 105 Phlebotomy and MDL 106 Clinical Phlebotomy . See an academic advisor for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program who have completed a military laboratory training program and hold Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) are eligible for credit for prior learning in the major coursework. See an academic advisor for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program who have been certified as a phlebotomy technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) and/or who have documented extensive experience in phlebotomy are eligible for credit for prior learning in the major clinical course. See an academic advisor for further information.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning .

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Students who hold a current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in VA complete NSG 115 Healthcare Concepts for Transition are eligible to receive credit for prior learning for the following courses: NSG 106 Competencies for Nursing Practice , NSG 130 Professional Nursing Concepts , NSG 152 Health Care Participant , and NSG 170 Health/Illness Concepts . These students must complete the prerequisites ( BIO 141 Human Anatomy And Physiology I , ENG 111 College Composition I , PSY 230 Developmental Psychology , SDV 101 Orientation to: prior to applying to the A.A.S. Nursing Program and must complete BIO 142 Human Anatomy and Physiology II as a prerequisite to NSG 115 Healthcare Concepts for Transition . Credit for prior learning will be applied to students’ academic records after successful completion of NSG 230 Advanced Professional Nursing Concepts , NSG 252 Complex Health Care Concepts , and NSG 270 Nursing Capstone . Readmission Students who leave the Nursing program and wish to be re-admitted must meet the current Catalog’s requirements for admission. Any developmental studies that were prescribed at the time the student left the program must have been satisfactorily completed. Students wishing to be readmitted to NOVA’s nursing program will be required to seek approval of the Dean or their designee.

Credit for Prior Learning Committee Proposals Definition and Types of Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) is the administrative awarding of academic credit for college-level learning experiences outside of NOVA. Students may be awarded Credit for Prior Learning for the following credentials and experiences: Prior college coursework Nationally standardized exams (AP, IB, CLEP, etc.) and challenge exams (ABLE) Industry certifications Military training Work/life experience Visit the designated pages of this manual to learn about the steps to obtain CPL, credit breakdowns, and other important information relevant to each type. Policies NOVA follows SACSCOC Accreditation Principles and complies with VCCS Academic Policies when evaluating and awarding Credit for Prior Learning. To be eligible for a Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) review, students must be admitted to NOVA, select an academic program, and enroll in at least one credit course. They must also submit official documents and appropriate request forms. NOVA does not award credit based on another institution’s evaluations; all sources of credit will be evaluated based on NOVA’s policies and guidelines. Credit for Prior Learning is applicable only to NOVA’s curricular requirements; it may not be accepted as transfer credit by other institutions. Students should consult with their intended transfer institution for its acceptance policy of CPL. Total credits possible through all forms of Credit for Prior Learning must not exceeded 75% of a particular curriculum. The remaining 25% is a residency requirement to be completed at NOVA. All accepted credits for prior learning will be acknowledged and recorded on the student’s NOVA permanent record with the transferring agency identified. No unsuccessfully attempted credit for prior learning applications or examinations results will be recorded on the student’s permanent record. No grades, scores or grade points from an external transcript will be recorded on the student’s NOVA record. The grade awarded for Credit for Prior Learning is "T" for college coursework, nationally standardized test scores, industry certifications, and military training. Students receive a grade of "P" for challenge exams (ABLE) and Credit for Work/Life Experience. Neither "T" nor "P" grade impacts a student's earned grade or GPA at NOVA because it has no quality points. No Credit for Prior Learning will be awarded if it duplicates course credit earned at NOVA with a passing grade (“A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” “P,” and “S”) or a grade of "X" (Audit). Students who, after receiving an F, U, or W grade in a course at NOVA, successfully demonstrate knowledge aligned to that course’s learning objectives through a credit for prior learning method approved by NOVA’s faculty may use the credit awarded for that course as a repeat of the course taken at NOVA. Prior grades with quality points will continue to be factored into the student’s cumulative GPA and the student will be ineligible to re-enroll into that course at NOVA for a grade improvement once the CPL has been officially recorded on their academic record. Evaluation Staff Faculty who are subject matter experts determine all course equivalencies that are published in this manual and the Transfer Evaluation System (TES) . The Credit for Prior Learning Committee makes recommendations to the Curriculum Committee and the Admin Council for acceptance of non-traditional learning experiences for credit. The Office of Academic Affairs provides oversight of the overall evaluation process to ensure academic integrity of CPL. The College Records Office (CRO), responsible for reviews of college transcripts, test scores, and industry certifications, and the Office of Military and Veteran Benefits, in charge of military transcript reviews, verify documents and forms they receive and award credits based on faculty's evaluations. The Office of Academic Affairs assists students seeking Credit for Work/Life Experience through portfolio development. Appeals Students who wish to request reconsideration of Credit for Prior Learning awarded to their record should review their transfer credit report with an academic advisor who will then contact the appropriate office for assistance. Credit for Prior Learning Committee The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Committee, a subcommittee of the Curriculum Committee, reviews and recommends CPL proposals to the Curriculum Committee and the Admin Council for approval. It also hears requests for new or revised policies and procedures for Credit for Prior Learning and monitors the implementation of the policies and procedures to assure consistent application throughout the college. The CPL Committee consists of 15 members: Credit for Prior Learning Coordinator (Chair) Associate Director of Curriculum and Innovative Education Director of Military Outreach and Veteran Support Services College Registrar Chair of Registrars' Working Group (term-based) 1 Academic Dean (term-based) 1 Dean of Student Success (term-based) 1 Counselor (term-based) 1 Academic Advisor (term-based) 5 Instructional Faculty (1 IET, 1 Health Sciences, 1 Skilled Trades, 2 General Education Disciplines) (term-based) 1 Workforce Development Representative The Chief Academic Officer appoints the term-based committee members, and the appointments are for two-year terms. Term-based members may renew their membership for unlimited times. Proposals Faculty, staff, and students can submit CPL proposals for the followings reasons: New CPL opportunity Update to a previously approved CPL proposal Change to a CPL procedure These proposals should be submitted to the CPL Coordinator at CPL@nvcc.edu . The CPL Coordinator forwards proposals to the CPL Committee.

NOVA accepts transfer credit for college-level courses completed at an accredited college with a grade of “C” or higher (a C- is considered below a C and it is not accepted for transfer), provided the courses are consistent with the course requirements of the curriculum in which the student enrolls at NOVA. Credit for Prior Learning NOVA recognizes prior college-level learning from nontraditional sources. Students may request an evaluation of professional trainings, certifications, or college-level coursework by submitting the appropriate documentation specified in the Credit for Prior Learning Manual and filling out the Transfer Credit Evaluation Request Form 125-049E for all prior learning except Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and CLEP exam scores. The Credit for Prior Learning Manual is updated annually and has an effective implementation date of the first day of the Fall semester of each academic year.

No. Whether your portfolio is accepted for credit depends on the alignment of your work/life experience with NOVA courses and your ability to articulate that alignment and present supporting documentation in your portfolio. Faculty evaluators compare your prior learning with the learning outcomes outlined in your chosen course content summary to find the alignment of competency and knowledge in both sources.

SDV Transfer Credit for Students with Previous Degrees Steps to Request an Evaluation of Transfer Credit Apply for admission and select a program of study (declare a major). Updates will be sent to your NOVA student email . Transfer Credits from Accredited Colleges or Universities NOVA accepts transfer credit for college-level courses completed at an accredited college or university with a grade of “C” or higher, provided the courses are consistent with the course requirements of the curriculum in which the student enrolls at NOVA. Credit also may be transferred from institutions if the Transfer of Credit Practices of Designated Educational Institutions, published by American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, states that credit from the institution “is generally accepted for courses that are appropriate to the reporting institution’s baccalaureate programs.” Post-secondary Credits from Non-Accredited Colleges or Universities Credits earned at post-secondary institutions without accreditation recognized by the U.S. However, in some cases where a post-secondary institution offers specialized educational opportunities (culinary institutes, etc.) and the institution is empowered by a state to award associate degrees or above, NOVA faculty may pre-approve the recommendation to award equivalent transfer credit for courses within a specific discipline. Courses, which have been specifically evaluated and will be accepted for transfer, are listed in this manual; only credit earned after the date specified in the review will be accepted. Transfer Equivalency Statement Courses will be transferred at full credit value. It is not intended as a means for credentialing students or providing documentation for job promotions, etc. Students are required to submit a Transfer Credit Evaluation Request form #125-049E and send official documents to AsktheCRO@nvcc.edu to initiate the evaluation process. VCCS students will need to submit this form in order to be identified by the College Records Office for transfer credit evaluation. Prior to submitting the transfer credit evaluation form #125-049E, the student must ensure they are placed in the degree plan of their choice. Upon submission of the transfer credit evaluation request form #125-049E from a student, a maximum of 45 credits will be transferred in as applicable to the student’s degree plan on record in the Student Information System (SIS) at the time of the request. Applicable credits will be transferred in with consideration given to elective courses that require a faculty review in order to be substituted for a direct course equivalency. Throughout this process, the CRO will scan the requestor’s academic record and all Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) documents submitted for duplicate credit awards. Visit the following web page for more information about transcript evaluation, https://www.nvcc.edu/about/offices/college-records-office/index.html . Elective (EEE) Credit All acceptable courses will be transferred as closely as possible to their NOVA course equivalents. Direct course credit cannot be given for courses that have no equivalence or are not offered at NOVA; in such cases, only elective credit may be granted. Once the review is complete, students can view the equivalency in the Transfer Credit Evaluation System (TES) database . Students may submit a course syllabus via email to cpl@nvcc.edu to assist with course reviews or request a re-evaluation of elective courses for specific credit. This decision is made by the academic dean and the pathway council responsible for the chosen curriculum through course substitution . Required Grades Generally, only courses earning a grade of “C” (not “C-“) or better will be accepted for transfer credit. Courses earning a grade of “P” (for a Pass/Fail course) and, with the designation “CR” (for credit), may be accepted for transfer if the transcript indicates that credit hours have been awarded and if the transcript states that the P grade is the equivalent of an A-C (not D) grade. Credit for Prior Learning Awards on Transcripts NOVA will recognize and award transfer credit for credit awarded through institutionally administered exams, portfolios, etc. and posted as course equivalent credit on official transcripts from colleges and universities that are accredited in the U.S. Once the College receives a copy of the evaluation, appropriate transfer credit will be awarded and posted to the student’s record unless NOVA needs additional information. Note: Credit for ENG 111 College Composition I or higher English credit will be awarded only if the student has taken NOVA’s English Placement Test and qualified for ENG 111 College Composition I . Ten Year Limit Transfer credit for Information Technology, Computer Science, Nursing, or Health Sciences courses more than ten years old are not routinely accepted; the Pathway Dean must approve exceptions. General Elective Credit Transfer credit may be allowed for certain courses which do not correspond directly to NOVA courses but are in disciplines NOVA offers.

Waivers or credit by exam for prior experience is available for some languages. See the ‘World Language Credit and Waiver’ section of the [ Credit for Prior Learning Manual ]. Students must earn 60 unique and applicable credits to be awarded the Liberal Arts degree.

Plan of Study Grid 1st Semester Credits ITD 256 Advanced Database Management 3 ITE 152 Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications 3 ITN 101 Introduction to Network Concepts 3 ITN 257 Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Services 3 SDV 101 or SDV 100 Orientation to: ( Information Technology ) or College Success Skills 1 Credits 13 2nd Semester ITN 170 LINUX System Administration 3 ITN 213 Information Storage & Management 3 ITN 254 Virtual Infrastructure: Installation and Configuration 4 ITN 260 Network Security Basics 3 Credits 13 Total Credits 26 Students in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Information Systems Technology programs must have Information Technology (ITD, ITE, ITN, ITP) and or Computer Science (CSC) courses no more than ten years old, as of the first day of the fall semester of the academic year in which they graduate, unless approved by the pathway dean. Individuals who believe they might qualify for credit for prior learning must submit their requests for credit prior to applying for graduation. Students with active industry certifications may qualify for credit for prior learning. Please contact an advisor or review section two of the Credit for Prior Learning Manual to see if you qualify.

To receive an SDV waiver, students must submit an official transcript to the College Records Office and fill out the Transfer Credit Evaluation Request Form #125-049E . PED Waiver for Criminal Justice Academy Completers Students who have completed a program of study at a state academy recognized by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services may be granted all or part of the physical education (PED) credit required for a degree program.

Credit for Prior Learning Students in this program may be eligible for credit for prior learning and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Transfer credits are excluded from GPA evaluation.

Attempted credits from all enrollment periods at the College, along with all applicable transfer credits, are counted, regardless of whether the student received financial aid for those terms. Visit https://www.nvcc.edu/cro/transfercredit/index.html to learn more about having your transcript(s) evaluated by the College Records Office for transfer credit. Credits officially accepted in transfer will be counted in the 67% rule and in determining the maximum number of allowable semester credit hours for financial aid eligibility.

SDV Transfer Credit for Students with Previous Degrees Students who have graduated with an associate, baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited United States institution of higher education are considered to have fulfilled NOVA’s SDV requirement. Both an official college transcript and a transfer credit evaluation request (Form 125-049E) are required. Questions? Chat Email Support

Corequisite(s) ENG 111 , MDL 100 , HLT 141 , and MDL 140 Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 161 : Precalculus I and MTH 167 : Precalculus with Trigonometry or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 167 : Precalculus with Trigonometry and MTH 161 / MTH 162 : Precalculus I and II or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 : Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 : Statistics I or equivalent. Credit for Prior Learning available for this course.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) available for this course.

Only courses with a grade of “C” or better are accepted for transfer even if the student has an A.A. This policy gives guidelines for Virginia community colleges and state-supported senior institutions on admission of transfer students, acceptance and application of transfer credits, services for and responsibilities of transfer students, and guidelines for students who transfer without an A.A.

This portfolio must demonstrate how the competencies you gained through work and life experience align with the objectives and student learning outcomes of your chosen course, as outlined in NOVA’s Official Course Content Summaries . You must also provide supporting documentation to validate your claims of prior learning. If approved, portfolio credit will be awarded on your transcript with a grade of ‘P.’ Transferability Portfolio credit is not typically transferable to another institution.

Students must be enrolled in at least one credit class at NOVA and placed in an academic program before their transcripts may be evaluated for transfer credit. No more than 75 percent of a degree or certificate may be earned through transfer credit and/or credit for prior learning. Only credit applicable to a student’s academic program will be transferred. Prior learning credits that are to be used to meet the specific requirements of a curriculum must be approved by the academic dean responsible for a student’s curriculum.

Waivers or credit by exam for previous experience is available for some languages. See the ‘World Language Credit and Waiver’ section of the [Credit for Prior Learning Manual] . Questions?

Waivers or credit by exam for prior experience is available for some languages. See the ‘World Language Credit and Waiver’ section of the [ Credit for Prior Learning Manual ]. Students must earn 60 unique and applicable credits to be awarded the Liberal Arts degree. 5 Check transfer institution requirements to confirm if a second lab science is required.

Waivers or credit by exam for prior experience is available for some languages. See the ‘World Language Credit and Waiver’ section of the [ Credit for Prior Learning Manual ]. Students must earn 60 unique and applicable credits to be awarded the degree.

Waivers or credit by exam for prior experience is available for some languages. See the ‘World Language Credit and Waiver’ section of the [ Credit for Prior Learning Manual ]. Students must earn 60 unique and applicable credits to be awarded the Liberal Arts degree. Credit will not be awarded for both MTH 155 Statistical Reasoning and MTH 245 Statistics I , or for both MTH 261 Applied Calculus I and MTH 263 Calculus I , or for both MTH 262 Applied Calculus II and MTH 264 Calculus II . 3 For Transfer Elective, students may choose any course listed under General Education Electives or from the additional courses provided in the Transfer Electives list below.

A content review exam will be administered during the first week of MUS 111 Music Theory I . Those who are not prepared for MUS 111 Music Theory I are recommended to take MUS 101 Fundamentals of Music . NOVA offers the MUS 111 ABLE Exam for students with prior experience in music theory, ear training, and musicianship who wish to test out of the course and earn credit (see the Credit for Prior Learning Manual for details).