W. Va. Code R. § 133-59-3 - Definitions

3.1. "Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)" is defined as the assessment of college-level learning for college credit gained outside the higher education academic environment. For example, individuals may acquire college-level knowledge or skills through work, employee training programs, military service, independent study, non-credit courses, or community service. Only documented and demonstrated college-level learning will be awarded college credit.

The universities may assess prior college-level learning through a variety of assessment methods including, but not limited to the following:

3.1.1. Advanced Placement Exams

3.1.2. American Council on Education (ACE) Guides

3.1.3. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Exams

3.1.4. DANTES Subject Standardized Test (DSST)

3.1.5. Excelsior College Examination Program (ECE)

3.1.6. Institutional Course Challenge Examination Credit

3.1.7. International Baccalaureate Program (IB)

3.1.8. Institutional Evaluation of Industry and Workforce Training such as apprenticeships, certifications, and licensure

3.1.9. Portfolio Assessment/Review Credit

3.1.10. Prior Military Training Credit

3.1.11. Nursing Career Pathway

3.1.12. Micro-Credential

3.2. "Chancellor" means the Chancellor for Higher Education as defined in W. Va. Code § 18B-1-2 or his or her designee.

3.3. "Commission" means the Higher Education Policy Commission established by W. Va. Code § 18B-1.

3.4. "Secondary school" or "high school" includes traditional public or private high school, charter school, home school, learning pod, microschool, or other educational program authorized by the Legislature that encompasses education commonly received in grades 9 through 12.

3.5. "Micro-credential" is a short, focused credential designed to provide in-demand skills, knowledge, and experience. Micro-credentials may be earned through a course or short series of courses that culminate in a "digital badge," which offers verified proof of competency and documentation of specific skills gained through the coursework, which is assessed against transparent and clearly defined criteria.

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W. Va. Code R. § 133-59-3