Policy
Policy Statement
Richmindale College recognizes that earning a college degree or credential can also be gained through experiential learning. The latter is referring to any learning experience that took place prior to student’s enrollment in a postsecondary degree program—covering a combination of work experience, internship, non-credit courses, seminars, workshops, trainings, and creative pursuits. These forms of learning can be translated into college credits as subject to various eligibility considerations and guidelines set by Richmindale College as the receiving institution.
Eligibility Terms
- The purpose for requesting experiential learning credit must not be for other purposes (i.e., for financial aid or fulfilling electives) other than fulfilling specific degree credentials.
- There is compatibility of the content, scope, and rigor of the prior learning (regardless of the sending institution) relative to that program offered by Richmindale College or the specific course in which the credit is applied for.
- A student is only eligible to earn a maximum of 25% of the total program credits for experiential learning credit—applicable to both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- The opportunity to seek experiential learning credit is also open to full time and part time students.
Requirements
- A portfolio that contains documents as proof or demonstration of prior learning experience. These documents may include but are not limited to:
- Letter from an employer detailing work performed, number of hours rendered
- Transcripts
- Certificates of completion from seminars, workshops, and training
- Samples of written and visual works or products created
- Placement exam scores
- Videos demonstrating ability to do something
- Certificate of proficiency issued by employer or government regulatory board
- Other documents as proof of professional achievements or recognition
Procedures
