It is important, therefore, to retain copies for your records of all documents you submit. Determination of the applicability of a course is based upon the official course description. Credit by Examination Some of the coursework requirements may be satisfied by examination. Credit earned through examination will be acceptable toward certification only if it does not duplicate college credit completed. CLEP offers exams which satisfy requirements for English, math, science, social studies and a language other than English as well professional education.
Regents college offers exams which satisfy requirements for professional education.
Distance Learning Correspondence courses and courses offered via the Internet are acceptable if they are acceptable toward an accredited degree program at the institution, are offered to students in residence, and are acceptable for certification by the state in which the institution is located. Do NOT submit individual documents as you complete each requirement. Failure to follow this procedure may result in a delay of your certificate.