Prior Learning Assessment
Streamline your degree at Pima with Prior Learning Assessment (PLA); convert your valuable work and life experience into college credits, saving you both time and money on your path to graduation.
Prior Learning Assessment
UPLA-100 Portfolio Orientation
This course guides you through earning college credit for what you already know, helping you build a comprehensive portfolio through the Prior Learning Assessment process.
How to Turn Your Prior Learning into College Credit
Pima offers a variety of methods to earn credit for prior learning. You must apply for admission to PCC before your prior learning can be evaluated for credit. If you have additional questions about Prior Learning Assessment, visit our PLA FAQs page.
The credential you earn from Pima stacks up toward advanced certifications and degrees at Pima. Through our Prior Learning Assessment program, you can earn up to a semester’s worth of college credit, depending on your course of study at Pima. And if you already have an industry credential, it can convert into even more college credit at Pima.
Course Refunds
To learn more about Pima Continuing Education refund policy, visit our Information & Services page.