Purpose and Functions
The purpose and functions of the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) committee is to review and approve any request for credit awarded through review of equivalencies listed in the ACE National Guide to College Credit for Workforce Training and/or a joint military services or ACE transcript, may also determine course equivalency for a select list of military and workforce experiences that meet EGSC policy criteria and consult faculty in the appropriate disciplines, as appropriate, when credit may be awarded through PLA for a course in their discipline. The PLA committee will annually review the record of credits awarded through PLA and make recommendations for the review of the policies, procedures, and award of credit, where deemed necessary.
Membership
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- Chair, Provost/Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs or designee;
- Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs;
- One faculty member from each academic Department, elected by the faculty of that Department;
- Admissions Office representative;
- Registrar’s Office representative;
- Student Success representative; and
- Adult Learner coordinator.
