What is Credit for Prior Learning?
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) recognizes that learning happens in many settings. If you hold a national or state certification in Emergency Medical Services, you may be eligible to receive college credit for courses that align with your existing knowledge and skills. This helps you progress through the program more efficiently.
EMT Certification Holders
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
National Registry or Virginia State Certification
If you possess a national or state certification in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), you may be eligible to receive credit for the following courses:
- HLT 105 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 1 Credit
- EMS 111 Emergency Medical Technician 7 Credits
- EMS 120 Emergency Medical Technician - Clinical 1 Credit
Total Potential Credits: 9
AEMT Certification Holders
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
National Registry or Virginia State Certification
If you possess an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certification, you may be eligible to receive credit for the EMT courses listed above, plus the following additional courses:
- EMS 123 EMS Clinical Preparation 1 Credit
- EMS 170 ALS Internship 1 Credit
- EMS 180 Advanced EMS Foundation 1 Credit
- EMS 181 Advanced Airway & Shock Management 1 Credit
- EMS 182 Advanced Airway & Shock Management Lab 1 Credit
- EMS 183 Advanced Medical Care 2 Credits
- EMS 184 Advanced Medical Care Lab 1 Credit
- EMS 185 Advanced Trauma Care 2 Credits
- EMS 186 Advanced Trauma Care Lab 1 Credit
Total Potential Credits (including EMT): 20