This program is designed for students who need a degree that utilizes their nontraditional forms of learning. The design also provides an accelerated route to an associate’s degree by allowing students to earn credit for industry credentials, non-collegiate instruction and examination scores.
The program consists of a minimum of 20 General Education course credits and up to 25 Technical Core credits. Technical Core credits are awarded through the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) process. Students interested in Technical Core credits must complete the Application for Prior Learning Assessment.
For additional information, contact department chair, Dr. Otto Hernandez, at (609) 343-4978 or hernande@atlanticcape.edu.
For program eligibility information, contact Sherwood Taylor, staylor@atlanticcape.edu or (609) 343-4816.
- Utilize analytical skills in making decisions;
- Demonstrate competence in the use of communication skills, critical thinking, teamwork and leadership in their chosen profession and career;
- Provide official recognition of their individual training and education.
(TECH-Fall 2022)
General Education Courses
When a course is not specified, refer to the list of approved General Education courses.
Mathematics-Science-Technology
Humanities or Social Sciences
General Education Electives
Technical Core - Up to 25 credits
(through Prior Learning Assessment)
Prior Learning Assessment is defined as college-level knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom. Methods include credit by examination, evaluated certifications and portfolio evaluation.
Program Courses - 15-38 credits
Students must meet with Dr. Otto Hernandez to select program courses (609-343-4978 or hernande@atlanticcape.edu). Program courses are selected from the program courses listed in an Atlantic Cape Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.