Get Further, Faster
Get the credit you deserve. By taking advantage of prior learning credits, you can:
- Decrease the time to complete your degree
- Reduce your tuition costs
- Minimize duplication in what you learn
What Qualifies for Prior Learning Credit?
Many types of experiential learning can be evaluated for credit, such as:
- Industry credentials and certifications
- Work experience and job skills
- Employer training programs
- Military service
- Independent study
- Volunteer or community service
- Open-source courseware study
- Proficiency in a second language
- Other training or skills
Determine Your Eligibility
Students at Cambridge College at Bay Path University may earn credit based on previous academic or professional experience by requesting an Evaluation of Prior Learning. Credit is awarded for experience that demonstrates college-equivalent learning. To pursue transfer credit from prior learning experience, meet with your academic advisor to:
- Determine the appropriateness of your experience and portfolio to your program of study
- Complete and submit your portfolio
- Better understand the evaluation process
Credit for Industry Certification and Credentials
At Cambridge College at Bay Path University, we recognize that you may come to us with significant career accomplishments, including professional certifications from leading organizations like the Project Management Institute, American Management Association, Association for Talent Development, Institute for Management Accountants, and more. Depending upon your program of study, credits can be applied toward major course requirements or electives. And there’s no cost to you for any credits you are awarded based on our Certification-for-Credit program.
Review the following list to determine if your certifications can be used toward a degree at Bay Path University. Then, contact our Admissions Department to evaluate and apply your credits.
In accordance with accreditation guidelines, a maximum of 6 graduate credits can be earned by our Certification-to-Credit program.
Certification Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Granted by Project Management Institute (PMI)
PJM 505W Project Management I
PJM 510W Project Management II
Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
Granted by Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE)
MBE 501W Regulations and Regulators
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Granted by Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board)
MSF 500W Financial Markets
MSF 505W Managerial Finance
MSF 510W Investment Management
Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP)
Granted by Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)
MHM 525W Healthcare Finance and Reimbursement
MSF 505W Managerial Finance
Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Granted by Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
QSM 545W Supply Chain Management
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Granted by Institute for Management Accountants (IMA)
MBA 505W Managerial Accounting
Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
Granted by American Society for Quality (ASQ)
QSM 525W Quality Systems and Strategic Planning
Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS)
Granted by Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
MHM 510W Healthcare Information Systems
Certified Professional in Healthcare Risk Management (CPHRM)
Granted by American Hospital Association (AHA)
MHM 565W Risk and Regulatory Compliance
Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP)
Granted by Association for Talent Development (ATD)
HRM 540W Talent Management & Development
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Granted by Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
QSM 545W Supply Chain Management
Certified Quality Process Analyst (CQPA)
Granted by American Society for Quality (ASQ)
QSM 543W Business Process Analysis
Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
Granted by American Bankers Association (ABA)
MBE 501W Regulations and Regulators
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Granted by Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
QSM 545W Supply Chain Management
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Granted by CFA Institute
MSF 505W Managerial Finance
Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
Granted by American College of Financial Services (ACFS)
MSF 500W Financial Markets
MSF 510W Investment Management
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
Granted by American College of Financial Services (ACFS)
MSF 580W Insurance and Risk Management
Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Granted by Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)
MSF 545W Financial Modeling
MSF 550W Financial Derivatives
Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP)
Granted by American College of Financial Services (ACFS)
MSF 500W Financial Markets
MSF 510W Investment Management
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Granted by Project Management Institute (PMI)
PJM 505W Project Management I
PJM 510W Project Management II
Six Sigma Black Belt
Granted by various organizations
QSM 525W Quality Systems and Strategic Planning
Credit for Military Experience
All military and veteran students from any service branch are encouraged to submit education transcripts and military training records to be evaluated for prior learning experience. Up to 90 credits may be transferable toward an undergraduate degree at Bay Path University.
To retrieve your military training record, see your Education Services Officer or visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for instructions.
For more information, ask to speak with a faculty advisor or the academic coordinator of the Bay Path University location you plan to attend or view our Transfer Credit policy.
Need Assistance?
Contact the Office of Advising
Michael Dickinson
Senior Director of Academic Advising and Student Success
mdickinson@baypath.edu
Tuition and Financial Aid
We keep our tuition low and offer financial aid and scholarships, including specialized support for military students, enabling more people to unlock their full potential.
