Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) is designed to help students apply the knowledge they have accumulated through non-credit classroom, work-related, informal or self-study experience. It is important to recognize that credit is awarded for the acquired college-level learning and not for the experience itself. Matriculated graduate students wishing to earn PLA credit will meet with their academic advisor, who will guide the student in the development of a portfolio that articulates their experience and prior learning, which satisfy the learning outcomes for a specific graduate level course. A subject matter expert will then evaluate the portfolio and credit will be granted if approved. PLA credits are processed as transfer credits. Students must submit proposals within the first 12 months of enrollment. The maximum credits allowed for Graduate PLA is 6 credits.