Step One:
Learn about Exemption Credit and explore this option. This could be through faculty, a planning and advising session, word of mouth or the PLA webpage.
Step Two:
Identify your own possible college-level learning options.
Step Three:
Obtain and complete the form: Student Application for Prior Learning Assessment (pdf). There is also a link for the form on the PLA webpage on the Greenville Technical College website.
Step Four:
Gather documentation that demonstrates that prior learning occurred. Request that your military transcript be sent to Student Records, if relevant.
Step Five:
Contact a PLA Evaluator for an appointment. The list of evaluators can be found on the PLA webpage on the GTC website.
Step Six:
Meet with a PLA Evaluator. Turn in documentation to the PLA Evaluator.
Step Seven:
Fees are required for exemption exams and portfolio assessments. Pay any required fees at the Bursar's Office. Be sure to receive a receipt of payment.
Step Eight:
Provide the receipt of payment to the PLA evaluator. Complete exemption exam if required for validation.
Step Nine:
Receive notification on the final evaluation results.
Step Ten:
View your updated personal record that includes exemption credit if awarded using the Student Planning Tool.