CPS Prior Learning Assessment

College of Professional Studies Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Submission Form

Students seeking academic credit for prior training must submit documentation demonstrating that the training is college-level, aligns with program outcomes, and is verifiable. Please complete all required sections of this form.

PLA PROCESS:

1) Student submits PLA form and relevant documentation.

2) Form is received by Assistant Dean, Academic Programs.

3) If submission is incomplete, the form is returned with a request for more information.

4) If submission is complete, Assistant Dean determines if faculty review is needed and submits review request form to such faculty as appropriate.

5) If faculty review is not necessary, Assistant Dean reviews and either approves or denies prior learning for an appropriate number of free elective credits.

6) Assistant Dean provides the student with review results. PLA credit evaluations are final and cannot be appealed.

Section 1: Student Information

I am a: *

Currently Accepted or Enrolled Villanova Student - with Villanova ID

Prospective Villanova Student - without a Villanova ID

First Name *

Last Name *

Primary Email *

Date of Birth *

Degree/Certificate of Interest*

Please let us know your major of interest.*

Primary Term of Interest*

Section 2: Training Overview

Title of Training Program:

Training Provider or Institution:

Location (City/State or Online):

Program Start Date:

Program End Date:

Total Hours Completed:

Modalilty

In-person

Online

Hybrid

Section 3: Training Content

Attach or describe the following (attach additional pages as needed):

Training Description of Syllabus:

Overview of topics covered
Instructional hours per topic/module

Learning Outcomes and Objectives:

Please describe specific competencies, skills or knowledge acquired.

Assessment Methods:

How were you evaluated (tests, projects, skill demonstrations, etc.)?

Certificate of Completion or Credential (if applicable):

Provide the dates and issuing organization and/or attach documentation in the Supporting Documentation section.

Section 4: Alignment with Academic Goals

Please explain how this training aligns with your academic and career goals and which course or program requirements you believe this training may fulfill:

Your Response:

Section 5: Supporting Documentation:

Please upload the following:

Certificate of Credentials/Completion

Syllabus or Training Outline

Official Transcript (if applicable)

Section 6: Student Attestation:

I certify that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that submission of this form does not guarantee the awarding of credit.

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