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College Credit for Work Experience

Many adult learners have ample work experience before they even begin their college courses, but some might not realize that they can leverage relevant work experience for college credit, helping them complete their degrees in less time and at less cost. In this article, we provide an overview of how to get college credit for work experience, including the common types of work experience that can qualify.

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