You've worked hard and know your industry well. Now, you want a degree to prove it,
but you're not really interested in sitting in classes to "learn" what you already
know. We get that!
At Delta, your experience counts. We’ll give you credit for it.
Available Courses
Delta offers several options for receiving credit for your prior learning experiences. Please use the Credit Wizard for more information on the variety of courses available, as well as the variety of ways you can earn credit for your prior learning experiences. For assistance, please contact your advisor.
Exams to earn your credit
Several options for prior learning credits require an exam, whether for a certification or for the credit directly. The Delta College Testing Center offers several of these exams in one convenient location. See the options below for more details.
Academic credit can be granted for many types of training programs and certifications, many of which have a testing component that can be taken at our Testing Center.
- Child Development Associate Credential
- Current State of Michigan EMT License
- National Registry of EMTs
- Ready to test? Schedule your exam with PearsonVUE
- Current State of Michigan Paramedic License
- National Registry of EMTs
- Ready to test? Schedule your exam with PearsonVUE
- Skilled Trades Journeyman Card
- Michigan Dept of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- Testing will vary by industry. Please verify any tests needed with your credentialing body.
- Contact the Testing Center to schedule:
Email: testingcenter@delta.edu
Phone: (989) 686-9182
- CompTIA Certifications: A+, Network +, Security +
- CompTIA
- Ready to test? Schedule your exam with PearsonVUE
Proof of current credentialing must be submitted to the Registrar’s Office for evaluation and posting of applicable credits or waivers. Contact the Registrar's Office at registration@delta.edu or see the Michigan Transfer Network – Industry Credentials page for further information.
- Create an account with College Board.
- Select the exam and pay the examination fee directly to College Board.
- Note: Due to CLEP regulations, we are unable to accommodate students who register for a remote appointment. Please make sure you choose the option for testing at a Test Center when registering for your CLEP exam.
- Contact the Cashier's office at (989) 686-9394 to arrange payment of the $35 administration fee payable directly to Delta College; non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Email the Delta College Testing Center testingcenter@delta.edu with your CLEP ticket and receipt information.
- Upon receipt of above, you will be contacted to schedule your appointment and to receive final instructions.
- Arrive on time for your appointment, and bring your government-issued ID with you.
Certain members of the U.S. Armed Services, veterans, their spouses, and civilian employees may be eligible for DANTES funding to take a CLEP exam. Proper Military ID is required on the day of testing. All DANTES eligible service members will be required to pay Delta College's administrative fee of $35, or $25 for active military.
- Credits earned through Credit-by-Exam will not transfer to other colleges or universities.
- You may not be currently enrolled in the class, nor have taken it previously.
- Some courses require prerequisites. Refer to the current Delta College catalog to determine if you have met the prerequisites before registering for an exam.
- Credit-by-Examinations receive a pass/fail. You will not receive a grade.
- If you choose the credit option, credits will be posted to your transcript.
- Fees are $60.00 per credit hour, or $35 for a waiver (no credits applied to transcript). Fees are nonrefundable and non-transferable.
- To register for a Credit-by-Exam, please discuss with your advisor.
DANTES exams are designed to help active military members and veterans pursue their educational goals and earn degrees during and after their service. DSST Exams are now available to all students, not just active military. For more information, please visit https://getcollegecredit.com/about-dsst/.
- Contact the Testing Center at testingcenter@delta.edu or (989) 686-9182 to schedule an appointment.
- Contact the Cashier's office at (989) 686-9394 to arrange payment of the $35 administration fee payable directly to Delta College; non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Please arrive on time for your scheduled exam, and bring your government-issued ID with you to your appointment.
- Please be sure to bring a credit or debit card with you. You will pay the vendor at the time of testing.
Certain members of the U.S. Armed Services, veterans, their spouses, and civilian employees may be eligible for DANTES funding to take a CLEP exam. Proper Military ID is required on the day of testing. All DANTES eligible service members will be required to pay Delta College's administrative fee of $35, or $25 for active military.
It's true, getting a lot of sleep the night before you take a test will help you do better. And, making sure you have a good healthy meal will help too. No one functions well when they're tired and hungry.
The Delta College Testing Center seeks to provide high quality testing services that promote the intellectual growth of students, graduates, professionals and members of the community. We strive to administer tests in a secure, pleasant, accommodating, accessible and technologically advanced environment with the goal of promoting satisfaction and facilitating academic and professional success.
We subscribe to the National College Testing Association (NCTA) Professional Standards and Guidelines and are committed to maintain the highest compliance
with nationally recognized professional testing standards and practices.
