Implementing a CPL Program Overview

This Quick Start Kit is designed to provide helpful templates, resources, and content to support members who are responsible for, involved in, or coordinate a CPL program. This could be admissions staff, faculty, program staff, or advisors, among other roles and departments. Included in this Quick Start Kit are job aids, toolkits, videos, research, articles, and additional resources to help members be more effective, impactful, and successful in their efforts.

Toolkits

• CPL Toolkit

Job Aids

• How to Build a Case for CPL on Your Campus

• CPL Policy

• CPL Process Map

• CPL Program Stakeholder Mapping

Webinars & Professional Development

CPL in Delaware: Student-Centered and Future Proof

PLA Boost

Simplifying CPL/PLA Through Student Centered Guided Templates: A Step Toward Equity

Generating Excitement for CPL:  Convincing Stakeholders & Gaining Support

Credit Predictor Pro

Credit for Prior Learning Understanding the Fiscal Impact

Credit for Prior Learning in Transfer: Eliminate Barriers and Reduce Stranded Credits

Professional Development Course: From the Ground Up

Microcourse Recommendations: Building Blocks for Effective PLA Programs

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Research & Articles

• PLA Boost

• PLA Boost Fact Sheet

• Equity Paradox

• Four Stages of Building a CPL Program

• PLA Data Tracking

Additional Resources

CAEL helps postsecondary institutions and training providers offer a holistic learning experience for adult learners. This includes aligning curricula to positive labor market outcomes in growth industries, assessment and recognition of prior learning and coursework that develop college-level competencies, developing industry partnerships, and more. Visit our website to learn more, or reach out to our Partnerships team to chat!

• CAEL Initiative Support & Technical Assistance

• Credit Predictor Pro