Credit for Industry Credentials

The following industry credentials are accepted towards the Accounting programs:

American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB)

• Certified Bookkeeper

American Payroll Association (APA)

• Certified Payroll Professional
• Fundamental Payroll Certification

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

• Enrolled Agent

Intuit Quickbooks

• QuickBooks Certification

Microsoft

• MOS exam 77- 730: Microsoft Office Access 2016
• MOS exam 77-727: Microsoft Office Excel 2016 Core

National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB)

• Certified Public Bookkeeper
• Payroll Certification
• Bookkeeper Certification

Download the Accounting Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted towards the Automotive Technology programs.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

• Automatic Transmissions (A2)
• Brakes (A5)
• Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6)
• Engine Performance (A8)
• Engine Repair (A1)
• Heating and Air Conditioning (A7)
• Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3)
• Suspension and Steering (A4)

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: General Industry Safety and Health

Download the Automotive Technology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted towards the Aviation Maintenance Technology programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Aviation Maintenance

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Air Frame and Power Plant Rating
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Air Frame Rating
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Power Plant Rating

Download the Aviation Maintenance Technology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Beverage Production & Management programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Cicerone Certification Program

• Level 1: Certified Beer Server (CBS)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: General Industry Safety and Health

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Beverage Production & Management Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Business programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)

• Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)

Microsoft

• MOS exam 77-727: Microsoft Office Excel 2016 Core

Project Management Institute (PMI)

• Certified Associate in Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Business Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Carpentry and Construction program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: Construction Safety and Health

Download the Carpentry and Construction Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Construction Management programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

New Mexico Regulation & Licensing

• NM General Building Contractor (GB 98 or GB 2)

Project Management Institute (PMI)

• Certified Associate in Project Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Download the Construction Management Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Computer Information Systems programs.

Certiport

• Adobe Certified Associate – Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Certified Associate – Adobe Photoshop
• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Cisco

• Certified Networking Administrator (CCNA) Certification: 200-125

CompTIA

• A+ Certification (220-1001)
• A+ Certification (220-1002)
• Cloud+ Certification (003)
• Linux+ Certification - Exams: XK0-004
• Network+ Certification (N007 or N008)
• Security+ Certification (SY0 - 501 or SY0 - 601)

EC-Council

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Network Security Administrator (ENSA)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)

• Certified Forensic Computer Examiner

Microsoft

• MOS exam 77- 730: Microsoft Office Access 2016
• MOS exam 77-727: Microsoft Office Excel 2016 Core

Project Management Institute (PMI)

• Certified Associate in Project Management

TestOut

• Linux Pro Certification

Download the Computer Information Systems Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Cosmetology programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department

• NM Cosmetologist License
• NM Cosmetologist Instructor License
• NM Master Barber License

Download the Cosmetology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

Note: If you have completed a local Law Enforcement Academy and are currently working in law enforcement, please look at our additional CPL opportunities.

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Criminal Justice programs.

Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO)

• Public Safety Telecommunicator I Certification

CompTIA

• Linux+ Certification (XK0-004)
• Network+ Certification (N007 or N008)
• Security+ Certification (SY0-501 or 601)

International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)

• Certified Forensic Computer Examiner

TestOut

• Linux Pro Certification

Download the Criminal Justice & Public Safety 911 Dispatcher Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Culinary Arts programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Cicerone Certification Program

• Level 1: Certified Beer Server (CBS)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Culinary Arts Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Dental Assistant programs.

Any state issued:

• Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)

• Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
• Radiation Health and Safety Certificate

Download the Dental Assistant Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Dietary Manager program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Dietary Manager Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Early Childhood Multicultural Education programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

New Mexico Early Learning System (NMELS)

• 30 Hours Professional Development Training Certificates

Download the Early Childhood Multicultural Education Credit for Prior Learning Request Form here.

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Electrical Trades programs.

New Mexico Journeyman Licenses

• New Mexico EE-98J Journeyman Residential and Commercial Electrical
• New Mexico ER-IJ Journeyman Residential Wiring

Download the Electrical Trades Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Electrodiagnostic Technology program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Download the Electrodiagnostic Technology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Emergency Medical Services programs.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

National Registry Certification

• EMS First Responder
• EMT Basic or EMT
• EMT Intermediate or Advanced EMT
• EMT-I85 or EMT I99
• Paramedic

New Mexico EMS Bureau

• EMS First Responder
• EMT Basic or EMT
• EMT Intermediate or Advanced EMT
• EMT-I85 or EMT I99
• Paramedic

Download the Emergency Medical Services Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Exercise Science program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

Download the Exercise Science Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

Note: If you are currently employed with a local fire department, please see additional opportunities to earn credit.  

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Fire Science programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

• IS 100
• IS 200
• IS-700: National Incident Management System 
• IS-800: National Response Framework, An Introduction

International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)

• Technical Rescuer: Vehicle and Machinery I
• Fire Officer I
• Fire Fighter I
• Fire Fighter I & II
• Fire Fighter II
• Fire Inspector I
• Fire Instructor I
• Fire Investigator I
• Fire Officer II
• Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations
• Pump Ops Driver Operator (Pumper)

National Fire Academy (NFA)

• Building Construction for the Fire Service
• Fire Protection Systems

National Registry Certification

• EMS First Responder
• EMT Basic or EMT
• EMT Intermediate or Advanced EMT
• Paramedic

National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG)

• NWCG I-100
• NWCG I-200
• NWCG L-280
• NWCG S-130, S-190, I-100, and L-180 Basic Wildland Firefighter
• NWCG S-131 Advanced Firefighter/Squad Boss
• NWCG S-211 Water and Pumps
• NWCG S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface
• NWCG S-270 Basic Air Operations
• NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior

New Mexico EMS Bureau

• EMS First Responder
• EMT Basic or EMT
• EMT Intermediate or Advanced EMT
• Paramedic

New Mexico Firefighters Training Academy (NMFTA)

• Vehicle Extrication
• Building Construction
• Fire Protection Systems

Pro Board®

• Fire Officer I
• Fire Fighter I
• Fire Fighter I & II
• Fire Fighter II
• Fire Inspector I
• Fire Instructor I
• Fire Investigator I
• Fire Officer II
• Hazardous Material Awareness and Operations
• Pump Ops Driver Operator (Pumper)

Download the Fire Sciences Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Health Information Management programs. 

American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice (CPC-A)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)

• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Download the Health Information Management Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Health, Wellness & Public Safety Certificate program.

Any state issued CNA

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Licensed Practical Nurse - Unrestricted

American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

• Certified Medical Assistant

American Medical Technologist (AMT)

• Registered Medical Assistant

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Download the Health, Wellness & Public Safety Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Hospitality and Tourism programs. 

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)

• Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA)

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Hospitality and Tourism Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Medical Assistant program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Medical Assistant Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit toward the Medical Laboratory Technician program. 

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Medical Laboratory Technician Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credential is accepted for credit towards the Nursing program.

Issued by any state

• Licensed Practical Nurse - Unrestricted

Download the Nursing Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credential is accepted for credit towards the Nursing Assistant program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Nursing Assistant Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Dietary Manager program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

ServSafe

• Food Protection Manager

Download the Dietary Manager Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credentials are accepted for credit towards the Office Administration program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI)

• Ice House Entrepreneurship Program

International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)

• Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)

Intuit Quickbooks

• QuickBooks Certification

Microsoft

• MOS exam 77- 730: Microsoft Office Access 2016
• MOS exam 77-725: Microsoft Office Word 2016 Core
• MOS exam 77-727: Microsoft Office Excel 2016 Core
• MOS exam 77-729: Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2016
• MOS exam 77-731: Microsoft Office Outlook 2016 Certification

Download the Office Administration Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credentials are accepted for credit towards the Paralegal Studies program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Microsoft

• MOS exam 77-725: Microsoft Office Word 2016 Core

Download the Paralegal Studies Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credentials are accepted for credit towards the Patient Care Technician programs.

Any state issued

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

National Registry Certification

• EMT Basic or EMT License

New Mexico EMS Bureau

• EMT Basic or EMT License

Download the Patient Care Technician Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following credentials are accepted for credit towards the Pharmacy Technician program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

New Mexico Licensing

• Pharmacy Technician License issued by New Mexico (Requires CPhT or CSPT certification.)

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

• Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) (Requires NM Licensure)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (Requires NM Licensure)

Download the Pharmacy Technician Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Physical Therapist Assistant Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Plumbing and Gas Fitting programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

New Mexico Regulation and Licensing

• New Mexico JP Journeyman Plumber
• New Mexico JPG Journeyman and Gas Plumber

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: Construction Safety and Health

Download the Plumbing and Gas Fitting Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

Note: If you have completed a local Law Enforcement Academy and are currently working in law enforcement, please look at our additional CPL opportunities.

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Criminal Justice programs.

Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO)

• Public Safety Telecommunicator I Certification

CompTIA

• Linux+ Certification (XK0-004)
• Network+ Certification (N007 or N008)
• Security+ Certification (SY0-501 or 601)

International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)

• Certified Forensic Computer Examiner

TestOut

• Linux Pro Certification

Download the Criminal Justice & Public Safety 911 Dispatcher Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Radiologic Technology program.

Any state issued:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Unrestricted

American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

• Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)

American Medical Technologist (AMT)

• Registered Medical Assistant

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• Certified Radiographer

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Radiologic Technology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit toward the Respiratory Therapist program.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

Download the Respiratory Therapist Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Surgical Technologist program.

Any state issued:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Unrestricted

American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

• Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)

American Medical Technologist (AMT)

• Registered Medical Assistant

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (*Only those listed are accepted. **Requires additional certification or proof of training in Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA, and Infection Control, within the last 12 months.)

• American Heart Association - "BLS Healthcare Provider"
• American Safety & Health Institute - “CPR for the Professional Rescuer”
• American Red Cross - "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer"
• Emergency Care and Safety Institute - “Professional Rescuer CPR”
• EMS Safety Services - “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer”
• National Safety Council - "CPR and AED"
• Medic First Aid - “Pediatric Plus G-2105”
• Military Training Network - “BLS Healthcare Provider”

National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Download the Surgical Technologist Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Transportation Technology (AAS), Diesel Equipment Technology Concentration program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: General Industry Safety and Health

Download the Diesel Equipment Technology Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) programs.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) - Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

• Airman Knowledge Test (Part 107)

Download the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Veterinary Technician program.

Certiport

• Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3)

New Mexico Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate

• New Mexico Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Download the Veterinary Technician Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

The following industry credentials are accepted for credit towards the Welding programs.

American Welding Society (AWS)

• AWS D1.1, API 1104 and/or ASME sec 1X (GMAW)
• AWS D1.1, API 1104 and/or ASME sec 1X (GTAW)
• AWS D1.1, API 1104 and/or ASME sec 1X (SMAW)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• OSHA 10-hour Course: General Industry Safety and Health
• OSHA 30-hour Course: General Industry Safety and Health

Download the Welding Credit for Prior Learning Request Form

Health, Wellness & Public Safety

Patient Care Technician

Radiologic Technology

Surgical Technologist

Nursing

Dental Assistant

Health Information Management