Certifications and Credentials
General Information
Northern Virginia Community College accepts industry-standard certifications, credentials and/or professional courses for credit. Broadly, licenses, credentials and/or certifications must be current and valid for consideration. For more information regarding the status of the certification and its eligibility for credit, please see an advisor or faculty members in the discipline area that awards CPL credit. Students could be granted credit based on recommendations from American Council on Education (ACE) College Credit Recommendation Service or by the National College Credit Recommendation Services (NCCRS). Furthermore, students could be granted credit for courses or programs offered by employers, professional organizations, and other agencies if those courses or programs have been approved by NOVA faculty. New credit for prior learning opportunities not represented in this manual should be submitted to the CPL Coordinator at pla@nvcc.edu.
Education and Public Service Credentials and Certifications:
Name of Credential or Certification
|
Courses Available for CPL
|
Total Number of Credit(s)
|
Accrediting Body
|
Notes:
Criminal Justice Academies are under review! Changes coming in August 2022.
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| Basic Law Enforcement School Program Completion/ Certificate |
ADJ 110 ,
ADJ 127 ,
ADJ 211 ,
ADJ 212 ,
ADJ 236 ,
ADJ 237 ,
ADJ Elective (9 CR.),
and
PED 116 (2 CR.)
|
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Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy
OR
Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
OR
Prince William County Public Safety Training Academy |
For Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy, certification must be effective Fall of 2010 or later.
For Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, certification must be effective Spring 2013 or later.
For Prince William County Public Safety Training Academy, certification must be effective Fall 2010 or later.
Note: To receive college credit students must submit a letter of verification from the training academy.
|
| Combined School Criminal Justice Program Completion/Certificate |
ADJ 110 ,
ADJ 127 ,
ADJ 140 ,
ADJ 211 ,
ADJ 212 ,
ADJ 236 ,
ADJ 237 ,
ADJ Elective (9 CR.), and
PED 116 (2 CR.)
|
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Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy
OR
Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
OR
Prince William County Public Safety Training Academy |
For Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy, certification must be effective Fall of 2010 or later.
For Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, certification must be effective Spring 2013 or later.
For Prince William County Public Safety Training Academy, certification must be effective Fall 2010 or later.
Note: To receive college credit students must submit a letter of verification from the training academy.
|
| Leadership in Police Organizations Program Completion/Certificate |
ADJ 111
and
ADJ 112
|
6
|
Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy
OR
Prince William County Public Safety Training Academy
|
To receive credit students should provide a letter from a designated academy administrator stating that the student passed the required Leadership in Police Organization courses.
|
| Law Enforcement Officer Training |
ADJ 100 ,
ADJ Elective,
PED 116 (2 CR.)
|
8
|
Virginia Criminal Justice Academies
|
Graduates shall provide Form 41, Department of Criminal Justice Services, to certify successful completion.
|
| Correction Officer Training |
ADJ 100
and
PED 116 (2 CR.)
|
5
|
Virginia Criminal Justice Academies |
Graduates shall provide Form 41, Department of Criminal Justice Services, to certify successful completion. |
| Jailor Training |
ADJ 100
and
PED 116 (1 CR.) |
4
|
Virginia Criminal Justice Academies |
Graduates shall provide Form 41, Department of Criminal Justice Services, to certify successful completion. |
| Virginia State Police Academy Training |
ADJ 100 ,
ADJ 211 ,
ADJ 212 ,
and
ADJ 236 ,
ADJ 237 ,
ADJ Elective (3-6 CR.),
and
PED 116 (2 CR.)
|
17-20
|
Virginia State Police Academy |
Articulation Agreement revised in 1997. |
Regardless of the source, credit for prior learning is applied to the Administrative of Justice A.A.S. and Administration of Justice certificate programs as followed:
ADJ 110 - Can be substituted for ADJ 100 ;
ADJ 127 - Can count as an elective in the Forensics programs;
ADJ 140 - Can be substituted for ADJ 111 ;
ADJ 211 - Will count in both programs;
ADJ 212 - Will count in both programs;
ADJ 236 - Will only count in the A.A.S program;
ADJ 237 - Will only count in the A.A.S program;
ADJ electives - Will count in both programs;
PED 116 - Will only count in the A.A.S program
Accreditation
|
Courses Available for CPL
|
Total Number of Credit(s)
|
Accrediting Body
|
Notes
|
Army Child and Youth Service training Program
Foundation Training + Preschool Modules |
CHD 165
and
EDU 235 |
6 |
Ft. Belvoir, Ft. Myer, or Quantico Department of Defense Child Development and Youth Services office |
Under review. Students must contact ECED faculty for an official evaluation of their training before a college credit recommendation is determined. (3-30-22).
Students will need to submit a valid certification and the virtual lab school transcript.
|
Army Child and Youth Service training Program
Foundation Training + Infant/Toddler Modules |
CHD 165
and
EDU 235 |
6 |
Ft. Belvoir, Ft. Myer, or Quantico Department of Defense Child Development and Youth Services office |
Under review. Students must contact ECED faculty for an official evaluation of their training before a college credit recommendation is determined (3-30-22).
Students will need to submit a valid certification and the virtual lab school transcript.
|
Army Child and Youth Service training Program
Foundation Training + School Age Module |
CHD 120
and
EDU 235 |
6 |
Ft. Belvoir, Ft. Myer, or Quantico Department of Defense Child Development and Youth Services office |
Under review. Students must contact ECED faculty for an official evaluation of their training before a college credit recommendation is determined (3-30-22).
Students will need to submit a valid certification and the virtual lab school transcript.
|
| Child Development Associate (CDA) credential |
CHD 120 |
3 |
Council for Professional Recognition (CPR) |
Credential must be current within six months of requesting the credit for prior learning. The credential must be verified by the Council for Professional Recognition.
|
| Certificate of Achievement, Fairfax County-School Readiness |
CHD 120 |
3 |
Fairfax County Office for Children School Readiness |
Effective Summer 2009. Students should a copy of their program completion letter from Fairfax County Office for Children, Institute for Early Learning. |
| Certified Professional Legal Secretary (PLS) |
ACC 115 ,
LGL 126 ,
and
BUS 226
|
9 |
National Association of Legal Secretaries |
|
Engineering and Applied Technology Credentials and Certifications
Name of Credential or Certification
|
Courses available for CPL
|
Total Number of Credit(s)
|
Accrediting Body
|
Notes
|
| OSHA 10-General Industry Safety and Health |
SAF 130 |
1 |
U.S. Department of Labor |
Students must submit a 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health Card with the trainer name and date of issue. The certification must have been issued within 5 years. |
| OSHA 30-Construction Safety and Health |
BLD 215 |
2 |
U.S. Department of Labor |
Students must submit a 30-hour Construction Safety and Health Card with the trainer name and date of issue. The certification must have been issued within 5 years. |
| Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Universal Certification |
AIR 276 |
1 |
Environmental Protection Agency |
Students must submit a EPA certified universal certification card with the date of issue. The certification must have been issued within 10 years. |
|
ARI-GAMA HVAC Apprenticeship to Degree
(Also known as Industry Competency Exams)
|
AIR 111 ,
AIR 121 ,
AIR 122 ,
AIR 134 ,
AIR 154 ,
AIR 205 ,
AIR 207 ,
AIR 235 ,
AIR 238 ,
AIR 251 ,
AIR 252 ,
AIR 257 ,
and
AIR 276 |
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North American Technician Excellence (NATE) |
Students who have completed their apprenticeship with a score of 75% or better and pass two of the ARI-GAMA Competency exams with a grade of 70% or better may receive credit for all Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (AIR) courses required for the Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Degree. NOVA students may receive full or partial credit for submitting a copy of the certification, completion of the apprenticeship program, a copy of the GAMA results scoring 70% or better or a copy of their Master HVAC card. |
|
ICE/ARI EPA Exams (Virginia Master Mechanical Licensure)
|
AIR 111
AIR 121
AIR 122
AIR 134
AIR 154
AIR 205
AIR 207
AIR 213
AIR 235
AIR 251
AIR 252
and
AIR 257
|
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North American Technician Excellence (NATE) |
Students who present evidence they have passed all parts of the Industry Competency Exams, the ARI EPA Certifications Exams and successfully completed AIR 238 with a C or better may be granted credit for all AIR courses required in the Air Conditioning Refrigeration (AAS degree), certificate and career studies certificate programs. The prerequisite for AIR 238 will be waived by completion of AIR 251 or providing current documentation of certification.
|
A1 - Engine Repair Certification
|
AUT 112 |
4 |
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) |
Students must present a current ASE certification for CPL credit |
A2 - Automotive Transmission Trans Axle Certification
|
AUT 142
|
4 |
A3 - Manual Drive, Train and Axle Certification
|
AUT 141
|
4 |
| A4 - Suspension and Steering Certification |
AUT 266 |
4 |
| A5 - Brakes Certification |
AUT 265 |
4 |
| A6 - Electrical System Certification |
AUT 241 |
4
|
|
A7 - Heating & Air Conditioning Certification
|
AUT 236
|
4 |
| A8 - Engine Performance Certification |
AUT 111
|
4 |
| B2 - Painting & Refinishing Certification |
AUB 118
|
4
|
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) |
Students must present a current ASE certification for CPL credit |
| B3 - Non Structural Analysis Certification |
AUB 106 |
4 |
| B4 - Structural Analysis 7 Damage Repair Certification |
AUB 116 |
4 |
| G1 - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification |
AUT 100 |
2 |
| L1 - Advanced Engine Performance Certification (ASE) |
AUT 121
|
4 |
Health Sciences Credentials and Certifications
Name of Credential or Certification
|
Courses Available for CPL
|
Total Number Credit(s)
|
Accrediting Body
|
Notes
|
| Clinical Coding Associate (CCA) |
HIM 110 ,
HIM 111 ,
HIM 196,
HIM 250 ,
HIM 254 ,
HIM 255 ,
HIM 260
|
19 |
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) |
Proof of certification and interview with Assistant Dean for Health Information Management is required before CPL Credit can be applied. Except for HIM 196, all courses may be applied to the Health Information Management A.A.S degree. |
| Clinical Coding Specialist Certificate (CSC) |
HIM 110 ,
HIM 111 ,
HIM 250 ,
HIM 190,
HIM 254 ,
HIM 255 ,
HIM 260 |
19 |
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) |
Proof of certification and interview with Assistant Dean for Health Information Management is required before CPL Credit can be applied. Except for HIM 190, all courses may be applied to the Health Information Management A.A.S degree. |
|
EMT*
*Current National or
Va. OEMS
|
EMS 111
and
EMS 120 |
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|
Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
|
Credit for prior learning may be awarded to NOVA students presenting current, original Virginia Office of EMS or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification cards for the following Emergency Medical Services (EMS) levels:
- EMT-Basic (8 credits)
- EMT-Advanced (12 credits)
- EMT-Intermediate* (27 credits )
- Paramedic (40 credits)
All certifications must be kept current throughout the completion of the EMS program.
Credit is awarded only with an official document showing such certification and only after successful completion of EMS 123: EMS Clinical Preparation for the following certifications:
Furthermore, credit is awarded only with an official document showing such certification and successful completion of EMS 203: Advanced Patient Care for the following certification:
Last, credit is awarded only with an official document showing such certification and successful completion of EMS 206: Pathophysiology for the Health Professions for the following certification:
Students must hold EMT-Basic certification, as well as BIO 141 in order to begin NOVA’s EMS Paramedic (ALS) level coursework.
Additional credit for prior learning may be awarded for specialized certifications (ACLS, etc.).
Please see chart for specific course listings.
*Note: Dependent on the date in-which the certification was initially obtained and at the discretion of the EMS program director there could be additional ALS skill assessment requirements in-order to be eligible to sit for the NREMT paramedic credentialing examination.
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|
EMT-Advanced*
*Current
Va. OEMS
|
EMS 111 ,
EMS 120 ,
EMS 121 ,
EMS 125 ,
EMS 127
|
12 |
|
EMT-Intermediate*
*Current National or Va. OEMS
|
EMS 111 ,
EMS 120 ,
EMS 121 ,
EMS 123 ,
EMS 125 ,
EMS 126 ,
EMS 127 ,
EMS 128 ,
EMS 135 ,
EMS 136 ,
EMS 137 ,
EMS 138 ,
EMS 139 ,
EMS 140 ,
EMS 141 ,
EMS 142 ,
EMS 175
|
27 |
|
Paramedic*
*Current National
or Va. OEMS
|
EMS 111 ,
EMS 120 ,
EMS 121 ,
EMS 123 ,
EMS 125 ,
EMS 126 ,
EMS 127 ,
EMS 128 ,
EMS 135 ,
EMS 136 ,
EMS 137 ,
EMS 138 ,
EMS 139 ,
EMS 140 ,
EMS 141 ,
EMS 142 ,
EMS 163 ,
EMS 164 ,
EMS 175 ,
EMS 203 ,
EMS 204 ,
EMS 216 ,
EMS 247 ,
EMS 248 ,
EMS 249 ,
|
40 |
|
International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)*
*Provider or Instructor
|
EMS 161 |
1 |
|
Pediatric Basic Trauma Life Support (PBTLS) or Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Providers (PEPP)*
*Provider or Instructor
|
EMS 162
|
1 |
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)*
*Provider or Instructor |
EMS 165
|
1 |
|
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)*
*Provider or Instructor
|
EMS 169 |
1 |
| Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (American College of Surgeons PHTLS) |
EMS 163
|
1 |
| Advanced Medical Life Support (NAEMT AMLS) |
EMS 164 |
1 |
| Emergency Pediatrics Course (NAEMT EPC) |
EMS 167 |
1 |
Name of Credential of Certification
|
Courses Available for CPL
|
Total Number of Credit(s)
|
Accrediting Body
|
Notes
|
| American Red Cross Lifeguard/ First Aid Certification |
PED 245 |
2 |
American Red Cross |
Evidence of completed training within 2 years required. |
| CPR/Automated External Defibrillator Certification or the Basic Life Support Certification |
HLT 105 |
1 |
Various |
Online Training excluded. Evidence of completed training within 2 years. |
| Registered Respiratory (RRT) Credentials |
RTH 215 ,
RTH 222 ,
RTH 225 ,
RTH 227 ,
RTH 236 ,
and
RTH 290 |
20 |
The National Board of Respiratory Care |
Student must present a valid credential and successfully complete on NOVA RTH course with a grade of “C” or better prior to the application of CPL credit. |
| Neonatal Pediatric Specialist Designation Certification |
RTH 225
|
3 |
| Certified Respiratory Therapy (CRT) Credential |
RTH 102 ,
RTH 111 ,
RTH 120 ,
RTH 121 ,
RTH 131 ,
RTH 135 ,
RTH 145 ,
RTH 151 ,
RTH 196,
RTH 245 ,
and
RTH 296 |
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The National Board for Respiratory Care |
Credit is awarded only with an official document showing such certification and only after successful completion of RTH 236. |
| Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) |
MDL 101 ,
MDL 125 ,
MDL 130 ,
MDL 140 ,
MDL 215 ,
MDL 216 ,
MDL 225 ,
MDL 243 ,
MDL 251 ,
MDL 260 ,
MDL 263 ,
MDL 266 ,
MDL 276 ,
MDL 277 ,
MDL 278 ,
and
MDL 281 |
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American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Board of Certification (BOC) |
Student who has completed a military laboratory training program and is certified as a MLT by the ASCP will be granted credit in all major courses. Valid documentation must be presented verifying certification. |
| Phlebotomy Technician (PBT) or Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA |
MDL 105
and
MDL 106 |
7 |
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Board of Certification (BOC) |
Student who is certified as a PBT or MLA by the ASCP. Valid documentation must be presented verifying certification. |
| Phlebotomy (CSC) or Medical Laboratory Assistant (CSC) |
MDL 106 |
4 |
Training through employer in an accredited laboratory |
Student who has extensive experience (within the past 10 years) in all aspects of phlebotomy under the direction of a CAP/JC/CLIA accredited laboratory. Valid documentation from supervisor on letterhead must be presented verifying experience. |
Information Technology and Engineering Credentials and Certifications
Name of Credential or Certification
|
Courses Available for CPL
|
Total Number of Credits
|
Accrediting Body
|
| Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) |
ITN 262 |
4 |
CompTIA |
| Network + |
ITN 101 |
3 |
CompTIA |
| Security + |
ITN 260 |
3 |
CompTIA |
| A+ Core Series: Core 1 and Core 2 |
ITN 107 and ITN 106 |
6 |
CompTIA |
| Linux + |
ITN 170 |
3 |
CompTIA |
| Project + |
ITP 170 |
3 |
CompTIA |
| CISSP |
ITN 260 |
3 |
CompTIA |
| Cisco CCNA |
ITN 154 , ITN 155 , and ITN 156 |
12 |
Cisco |
| AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner |
ITN 257 |
3 |
Amazon |
| AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Associate/Professional |
ITN 213 |
3 |
Amazon |
| Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) |
ITN 261 |
4 |
EC-Council |
Last reviewed 8/2020
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