Health Information Management - Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)

Alvin Community College recognizes the benefits of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) in helping students reach their goals in a more efficient way. Additionally, the College is cognizant of the diverse ways in which students obtain knowledge and skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. The primary goal of PLA is to evaluate a student's knowledge and skill-set to be awarded college credit through alternative pathways such as national and local examinations, industry certifications and work experience, military training, articulation agreements and non-credit mirror course conversion. 

To complete a PLA application, contact Crystal Johnson, by email cjohnson@alvincollege.edu. 

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Application Form 

PLA Requirements for HITT 1305 Course

Any applicant requesting PLA credit for Health Information Management level courses must fully meet the following requirement: 

Departmental Exam +

1. A)  2 years full-time experience (resume required) in Health Information Management or other health care related field and departmental exam. Passing grade of 80% or better on the exam.

OR

1. B)  similar course, provide relevant academic transcript (military or other institution) and departmental exam. Passing grade of 80% or better on the exam.  

Should an applicant successfully fulfill the above requirements, PLA credit shall be awarded for the following:

Course #	Course Name	Hours
HITT 1305	Medical Terminology	3
	TOTAL CREDIT HOUR	3

For a full list of ACC’s PLA opportunities, visit this page.