Momentum Credit: Get College Credit for What You Know.

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You have experience. Let it work for you!

You have experience. Let it work for you! Community College of Denver enables you to get class credit for what you have already learned so that you can

Graduate faster
Save money on tuition and books
Be recognized for what you know

There are many ways you can get class credit. Keep your momentum going towards completion of your program with Momentum Credit! Get Started Now:

Standardized Tests

You can get credit for tests you have taken in the past, like in high school, or take a test at CCD's Testing Center.

CLEP Tests from College Board

Send your transcript for a test you already passed in high school or at a testing center, or you can take a test here at CCD.

About CLEP Tests
What Tests Are Available?
Bring CLEP Credit to CCD
Take a CLEP at CCD

The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a type of “momentum credit” at CCD. Taking and successfully passing CLEP exams help students earn college credit for prior learning and for a fraction of the cost and time of a 15-week college course. Since the College-Level Examination Program, or CLEP exams, help students earn college credit for what they already know, it gives momentum to earning college credit.

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) offers 34 introductory level course exams for a variety of college courses and students can earn 3 or more college credit per CLEP exam. With qualifying CLEP scores, students test out of the corresponding college course(s) at CCD, saving time and money in the cost of a degree. As part of the College Board CLEP is the most widely trusted credit-by-examination program and is accepted at over 2,900 colleges.

WHO CAN TAKE CLEP EXAMS?

Anyone seeking momentum to earn college credit should consider taking CLEP exams. Be sure to know which CLEP exams are accepted for college credit - see the College Board website. For CCD students with questions, contact a CCD Advisor to find out what CLEP tests count toward your program. CLEP is a very convenient option when students feel confident in the subject matter or are interested in refreshing knowledge through their study guides in preparation to take an exam.

FEES: $90 per CLEP Exam payable to College Board and $35 Administration per Exam Fee payable to CCD Testing Center
TIME: Each exam is approximately 90 – 120 minutes
CLEP PREPARATION: CLEP is a computer-based exam completed at the CCD Testing Center. Most CLEP exam questions are multiple-choice and there are online study materials to help students prepare exams by providing:
- Study material
- Test-taking tips
- Practice questions

CLEP EXAM	COURSE NUMBER(S)	COURSE NAME
Financial Accounting	ACC 1001	Fundamentals of Accounting
Principles of Macroeconomics	ECO 2001	Principles of Macroeconomics
Principles of Microeconomics	ECO 2002	Principles of Microeconomics
College Composition Modular (without essay)	ENG 1021	English Composition I
College Composition (with essay)	ENG 1021, 1022	English Composition I, II
French Language (Level 2)	FRE 1011, 1012, 2011	French Language I, II, III
Social Sciences and History	GTP 9086	History
Introduction to Educational Psychology	GTP 9089	Anth/Psych/Soc/Criminal Justice/Ethnic Studies
Biology	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
Chemistry	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
Natural Sciences	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877	HIS 1210	U.S. History to Reconstruction
History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present	HIS 1220	U.S. History since Civil War
Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648	HIS 1310	Western Civilization: Antiquity-1650
Western Civilization II: 1648 to Present	HIS 1320	Western Civilization: 1650-Present
Humanities	HUM 1021	Early Civilizations
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature	LIT 1015	Introduction to Literature I
American Literature	LIT 2011	American Lit to Civil War
Principles of Management	MAN 2026	Principles of Management
College Mathematics	MAT 1240	Math for Liberal Arts
College Algebra	MAT 1340	College Algebra
Pre-Calculus	MAT 1440	Pre-Calculus
Calculus	MAT 2410	Calculus I
American Government	POS 1011	American Government
Introductory Psychology	PSY 1001	General Psychology I
Introductory Psychology	PSY 1002	General Psychology II
Human Growth and Development	PSY 2440	Human Growth and Development
Introductory Sociology	SOC 1001	Introduction to Sociology
Spanish Language (Level 2)	SPA 1011, 1012, 2011	Spanish Language I, II, III
Spanish Language with Writing (Level 2)	SPA 1011, 1012, 2011, 2012	Spanish Language I, II, III, IV
Don't See a CLEP Test for What You Want?	See Dept. Chair for a CCD Challenge Exam or Portfolio Review	Any Other Class at CCD

You can login to CLEP and request your transcript online. CLEP – College Level Examination Program
The cost is $20 for your official transcript.
Please be sure to have it sent to CCD directly, either electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or by mail. Electronic is preferred.
Please be sure to have it sent to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at:

Community College of Denver
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Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

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First, purchase your CLEP Test at CLEP – College Level Examination Program
Then see our Testing Center Webpage to schedule your appointment to take the test at CCD.
The cost to take the proctored test at CCD is $35.

DSST - Dantes Subject Standardized Tests

You already took this in high school or at a testing center, or you can take the test here at CCD.

Courses Available
Bring DSST Credit to CCD
Take a DSST test here at CCD

DSST EXAM	COURSE NUMBER(S)	COURSE NAME
Principles of Finance	ACC 1021	Accounting Principles 1
General Anthropology	ANT 1001	Cuntural Anthropology
Management Information systems	CIS 2067	Management of Information Systems
Criminal Justice	CRJ 1010	Intro to Criminal Justice
Introduction to Law Enforcement	CRJ 1025	Policing Systems
Foundations of Education	EDU 2211	Intro to Education
Principles of Advance dEnglish Composition	ENG 1021	English Composition 1
Technical Writing	ENG 1031	Technical Writing 1
Intro to Geography (prev. Human/Cultural Geography	GEO 1005	World Regional Geography
Art of the Western World	GTP 9083	Art/Music/Theatre/Dance
A History of the Vietnam War	GTP 9086	History
A History of the Soviet Union	GTP 9086	History
Health & Human Development	GTP 9089	Anth/Psych/Soc/Criminal Justice/Ethnic Studies
Organizatoinal Behavior	GTP 9089	Anth/Psych/Soc/Criminal Justice/Ethnic Studies
Astronomy	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
Environmental Science	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
Introduction to Geology	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
Principles of Physical Science	GTP 9092	Nat and Phys Science no Lab
The Civil War & Reconstruction	HIS 2140/203	Civil War Era American History
Math for Liberal Arts	MAT 1240	Math for Liberal Arts
Principes of Statistics	MAT 1260	Intro to Statistics
Fundamentals of College Algebra	MAT 1340	College Algebra
Ethics in America	PHI 1012	Ethics
Introduction to World Religions	PHI 1015	World Religions: West
Lifespan Developmental Psychology	PSY 2440	Human Growth and Development

You can login to DSST and request your transcript online.
The cost is $30, or $55 if you need it quickly.
Please be sure to have it sent to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at

Community College of Denver
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Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

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See your Academic Advisor to find out what classes are needed for your program of study. Use the list of courses on the next tab to see what's available.
CCD’s Testing Center is here to help.
When your test is purchased, schedule your testing session online at https://www2.registerblast.com/ccd/Exam/List at least 24 hours in advance of the desired testing time and day.
Pay the $40 fee by cash or credit/debit when you arrive at the testing center.
After the test is completed, the Testing Center forwards the test score to the Transcript Specialist who enters PLA credit and emails you, that the credit is now visible on your transcript.
Need help? Please feel free to email, call, or stop by the testing center.

Advanced Placement Exams (in high school)

AP Credit is earned by taking Advanced Placement (AP) exams from the College Board after completing an AP class.

Courses Available for AP Credit
Get AP Credit to CCD

AP EXAM	COURSE NUMBER	COURSE NAME
Art and Design Program	ART 1002, 1003	Visual Concepts 2-D Design, Visual Concepts 3-D Design
Biology	BIO 1111	General College Biology w/ Lab
Biology	BIO 1111, 1112	General College Biology I w/ Lab, General College Biology II w/Lab
More coming soon!

Getting Credit for an AP test you have already taken
- You can login to AP and request your transcript online.
- The cost is $15, or $25 if you need it quickly.
- Please be sure to have it sent to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at

Community College of Denver
Transcripts
Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

Need help? Please contact any of our navigators.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Exams in High School

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exams

Courses Available
Get IB Credit to CCD

Under Construction!

Getting Credit for a IB test you have already taken

You can login into IB and request your transcript online.
The cost is $17.
Please be sure to have it sent to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at

Community College of Denver
Transcripts
Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

Need help? Please contact any of our navigators.

(ACE) American Council on Education National Guides and Exams

ACE – American Council on Education National guides and exams are taken on-line.

Courses Available
Bring ACE Credit to CCD

Courses available for ACE national guide credit

(Under Construction!)

Accounting I	ACC 1021	Accounting Principles I
Accounting II	ACC 1022	Accounting Principles II
Accounting II	ACC 1022	Accounting Principles II
Advanced Academic Achievement	AAA 1009	Advanced Academic Achievement
Anatomy and Physiology	BIO 1006	Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Business Communication	COM 1105	Career Communication
Business Ethics	PHI 2005	Business Ethics
Business Law	BUS 2018	Legal Environment of Business II
Business Law	BUS 2018	Legal Environment of Business
Business Law	BUS 2018	Legal Environment of Business II
Business Management	MAN 2026	Principles of Management
Calculus I	MAT 2410	Calculus I
College Algebra	MAT 1340	College Algebra
Corporate Communication	BUS 2017	Business Communication/Report Writing
Corporate Communication	COM 1105	Career Communication
English Composition II	ENG 1022	English Composition II
General Calculus I	MAT 2410	Calculus I
General Calculus II	MAT 2420	Calculus II
General Physics Lab	PHY 2111	Physics Calc-Based I/Lab
Human Resource Management	MAN 2000	Human Resources Management I
Human Resource Management	MAN 2000	Human Resources Management I
Introduction to Art History	ART 1111	Art History: Ancient/Mediv
Introduction to Art History	ART 1112	Art History: Renaissance/1900
Introduction to Art History	ART 1110	Art Appreciation
Introduction to Business	BUS 1015	Introduction to Business
Introduction to Business	BUS 1015	Introduction to Business
Introduction to Business Information Systems	CIS 2067	Management of Information Systems
Introduction to Financial Accounting	ACC 1001	Fundamentals of Accounting
Introduction to Statistics	MAT 1260	Introduction to Statistics
Managerial Accounting	ACC 2026	Cost Accounting
Managing Information Systems	CIS 2067	Management of Information Systems
Physics	PHY 2111	Physics Calc-Based I/Lab
Pre Calculus	MAT 1440	Pre-Calculus
Principles of Accounting 1	ACC 1021	Accounting Principles I
Principles of Accounting 2	ACC 1022	Accounting Principles II
Principles of Management	MAN 2026	Principles of Management
Principles of Management	MAN 2026	Principles of Management
Principles of Management	MAN 2026	Principles of Management
Spanish I	SPA 1011	Spanish Language I
Spanish II	SPA 1012	Spanish Language II
Student Success	AAA 1001	College 101: Student Experience

Getting Credit for an ACE national guide you have already taken
- You are sent an email after completing the guide that includes your transcript.
- If you no longer have that transcript, you can email them at credit@acenet.edu for assistance.
- This is free.
- Please be sure to have it sent to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at

Community College of Denver
Transcripts
Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

Need help? Please contact any of our navigators.

UExcel tests Excelsior College Credit by Exam

UExcel tests – Excelsior College Credit by Exam are taken online.

Courses Available
Bring UExcel Credit to CCD

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(GED) General Equivalency Diploma for High School Completion

GED – High School General Equivalency Diploma

You took this and received a diploma or certificate that stated that you were College Ready + Credit by earning a score of 175 or above.

You can also take the GED here at the testing center.

Click on the correct link above for more information and to order your Official Transcript. Step 2 of our transfer application guide has more info on how to get those credits transferred to CCD.

Get Credit for Your Life or Work Experience

Not all learning takes place in a classroom, and we want to give you credit for what you know. If you have life experience (at work, in your community, as a hobby) that you believe is the equivalent to a course we teach here at CCD, we invite you to apply for Momentum credit.

To get started, email the Department Chair for the class you wish to challenge, and request a meeting (in person, via phone, or video chat). Department Chairs are listed in this Directory.

The chair will give you a Student Handbook, which lays out the skills and knowledge learned in the class, and how you can demonstrate those experiences using Momentum credit. Typically, these can include:

A physical demonstration of your skill (like presenting a speech or making a weld)
Materials that demonstrate your skill (your graphic design portfolio or a writing sample)
A conversation or oral presentation of your knowledge
A written examination of your knowledge

The fee for Momentum Credit is $45 per credit.

Get Credit for Training and Credentials You Already Have

Below is a list of already approved training and credentials.

Subject	Course	Course Name	Industry Certification
ACC	1025	Computerized Accounting	Intuit Quickbooks Certification
ACC	1035	Spreadsheet Applications for Accounting	Microsoft Office Specialist - Excel
BUS	2017	Business Communication and Report Writing	Communications Skills for Business Certificate
CAD	1101	Computer Aided Drafting I	AutoDesk Certified User: AutoCAD
CAD	2455	SolidWorks/Mechanical	Certified Solidworks Associate
CIS	1010	Introduction to Computing Technology	Any IT or application cert
CIS	1018	Intro to PC Apps	Certiport IC3 key applications ECDL/ICDL, CompTIA IT Fundamentals, ECDL/ICDL, ICT Fundamentals or IC3 Global Standard 5, IC3 Digital Literacy Certification
CIS	2040	Database Design and Development	CIW Databse Design Specialist Any Oracle Associate-level database certification or higher MTA Database Fundamental;s or higher MS database certification
CIS	1024	Introduction to Operating Systems	CompTIA IT Fundamentals Microsoft Certified Professional + CLNP
CIS	2023	Linux	CompTIA Linux+ Certification CompTIA Linux Network Professional (CLNP)
CIS	2002	Automated Project Management	CompTIA Project+ Certification
CIS	1015	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	Google IT Support Professional Certificate, Google IT Support Professional Certificate
CIS	1028	Operating System: Using Windows, Linux, Mac OSX	Google IT Support Professional Certificate
CIS	1045	Complete PC Database (Access)	Microsoft Office Specialist Access
CIS	1065	Complete Presentation Graphics (PowerPoint)	Microsoft Office Specialist PowerPoint
CIS	1055	PC Spreadsheet Concepts	MOS Excel Exper (test 201) or higher Certiport Excel exam, Microsoft Office Specialist Excel, MOS Excel Associate
CIS	1040	Microsoft Outlook	MOS Outlook Certiport Outlook exam
CIS	1035	Complete PC Word Processing	MOS Word Associate or higher, Microsoft Office Specialist Word Certiport Word exam
CIS	2046	Database Administration	Oracle certs - 1Z0-061 AND 1Z0-062
CIS	1059	Microsoft Office Specialist Certification: Excel	MOS Excel Associate or higher
CIS	2018	Advanced PC Applications	MOS Excel Associate or higher
CNG	2058	Digital Forensics	CHFI
CNG	2060, 2061, 2062, 2063	CISCO Network Associate I - IV	Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
CNG	1016	Microcomputer Hardware	CompTia A+
CNG	1020	A+ certification Prep	CompTia A+
CNG	1021	Computer Technician I: A+	CompTIA A+ Certification
CNG	1022	Computer Technician II: A+	CompTIA A+ Certification
CNG	1042	Introduction to Cloud Computing	CompTIA Cloud+ Certification
CNG	2001	Linux Configuration	CompTIA Linux+ LPI LPIC-1 or Higher
CNG	1024	Network I	CompTia Net+ CISCO CCNA or higher
CNG	1025	Network II	CompTia Net+ CISCO CCNA or higher
CNG	2024	Networking I: Network +	CompTIA Network+ Certification
CNG	1001	Networking Fundamentals	CompTIA Network+ Certification
CNG	2057	Network Defense and Counter Measures	CompTIA PenTest+ Certified Ethical Hacker
CNG	1031	Principles of Information Assurance	CompTIA Security +
CNG	1032	Network Security Fundamentals	CompTIA Security + Cyber Security Fundamentals (formerly known as IAF) CompTIA Security+ Certification
CNG	2056	Vulnerability Assessment I	ISACA CISM or CISA or CRISC Certification or GIAC Vulnerability Assessor or Certified Ethical Hacker CompTIA PenTest+ Certification
CNG	2011	Windows Configuration	Microsoft MTA Windows Operating System Fundamentals
CNG	2060, 2061	CISCO Network Associate I - II	CISCO Certified Entry Level Network Technician (CCENT)
CRJ	1010	Introduction to Criminal Justice	1-A - Criminal Process
CRJ	1025	Policing Systems	1-C - Law Enforcement Ethics and Anti-Bias Policing
CRJ	1035	Judicial Function	1-B - Judicial Process
CRJ	1027	Crime Scene Investigation	7-A to 7-G - Investigative Procedures
CRJ	2005	Principles of Criminal Law	2-D - Colorado Criminal Code and Related Federal Statutes
CRJ	2057	Victimology	3-A to 3-D - Victim’s Rights
CRJ	2004	Terrorism, Intel, and Justice	5-O - Law Enforcement in Terrorism
CSC	1019	Introduction to Programming	MTA Intro to Programming using Java
CSC	1060	Computer Science I	AP Computer Science A with a score of 3 or higher
CUA	1001	Food Safety and Sanitation	ServeSafe Food Production Manager Certification
DIT	1023	Management for Dietary Managers	ServeSafe Food Production Manager Certification
ECE	1011	Introduction to Early Childhood Education	Child Development Associate (CDA)
EGG	1030	Robotics Design	CE students only: Concurrent Enrollment Only: Students producing already created artifacts for competition in the high school robotics club
HPR	1050	EKG Basics	EKG NHA Now
HPR	1020	Phlebotomy	Phlebotomist
HPR	1080	Internship	Phlebotomist
HWE	1068	Certified personal trainer preparation	NASM or ACE personal trainer
HWE	1061	Fitness and Wellness	NASM or ACE personal trainer
MAC	2040	CAD/CAM 2D	Master Cam
MAN	1060, 2016	MAN 160 Entrepreneurship MAN 216 Small Business Management	Entrepreneurship and Small Business (ESB)
MAN	2016	Small Business Management	Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certificate or Social Marketing Certification
MAR	2016	Principles of Marketing	Social Marketing Certification
MGD	1011	Adobe Photoshop I	Adobe Certified Associate
MGD	1012	Adobe Illustrator I	Adobe Certified Associate
MGD	1013	Adobe InDesign	Adobe Certified Associate
WEL	1001	Safety for Welders	Sense 1+ physical examination of relevant welds

If you see a credential you have on the list – let’s get you credit.

Please send your credential to CCD either by having them send it to us electronically at transcripts@ccd.edu or mail it to us at

Community College of Denver
Transcripts
Campus Box 201
PO Box 173363
Denver, CO 80217

If you don’t see your credential on the list – please go to our directory and find the chair that oversees the area of your credential. Make an appointment with them to get started.

Need help? Please contact any of our navigators.

Get Credit for Your Military Training

Military Joint Services Transcript/Defense Language Proficiency Tests are another way to earn college credit. Send military transcripts to the Office of Registration and Records (ORR) to be evaluated. Step 2 of our transfer application guide will show you how to get those credits transferred to CCD.

Transcripts from Other Colleges

You attended another college previously, and you want those credits to count. Step 2 of our transfer application guide will show you how to get those credits transferred to CCD.

You must be admitted to CCD (which is free!). You can apply right now.
Any 1000-level or higher course in CCD’s catalog can be challenged for PLA.
Credit earned must be part of the program of study you chose when you applied. You can change your program of study.
Up to 75% of a program of study can be earned through momentum credit.
You must earn a C (70%) or higher to get credit.
These credits will not be calculated into your GPA nor part of your semester enrollment.
Speak to financial aid or veterans benefits (VeteranServices@ccd.edu) if you have questions.
There is a $45 per credit fee for portfolios or challenge exams. Please speak to the Cashier’s office.
Under state law, all public college institutions of higher education (two and four year), must accept Momentum Credit/PLA Credit at transfer.
Please check with the highest institution you plan on applying to if you are going to a selective entry program.
PLA credit noted on your transcript will have a grade of ‘PLA’.

“I think I might be eligible for credit but not sure what subjects and have general questions”

Meet with your Academic Advisor. They will review this website with you, discuss your situation, and help you determine your next step.

“I have a credential or test score that is on the CCD website as an equivalent to a course. What should I do?”

Bring/email credential or official sealed transcript to Office of Registration & Records office and credit is awarded (PLA Credit Award form completed by staff)

“I have a credential, transcript, or test score that is not on the CCD Website and I’m not sure if it’s equivalent to a course. Who should I talk to?”

Contact the Department Chair for the subject that best fits. They can help you determine what course is the most appropriate fit, and whether an additional assessment is needed (for a fee) or if the credential is accepted outright for credit (no fee).

“I have the knowledge and skills and can demonstrate them to show equivalency to finishing the course. What kind of assessment can I do?”

First, find out if a CLEP test is possible. Purchase the test on the CLEP website, register for the proctoring at CCD, and take the test.
If no CLEP is available for your course, contact the correct Department Chair. The Chair will let you know if it’s a challenge exam or portfolio review. Fill out the PLA Attempt application together, pay for the attempt, complete the exam or review

“My extensive work experience plainly demonstrates my mastery of the material for one or more career or technical ed courses. I have multiple references and evidence of my work, which provide greater evidence of my skills than a written examination could demonstrate. Who do I talk to?”

Contact the Department Chair for the subject that best fits. They can help you determine what course is the most appropriate fit, and whether an additional assessment is needed (for a fee) or if the credential is accepted outright for credit (no fee).

Department Chairs:

Please visit the MOMENTUM CREDIT/PLA Sharepoint when meeting for the first time with a student to discuss Challenge Exams or Portfolio Assessments. You will find the Instructions and the PLA Attempt Request form on that site.
The form is to be completed by the Department Chair.
After the attempt has been completed, return to the site to enter the score report.
CCD internally-approved challenge exams, CLEP tests, and more (accessible to staff only)