Online Bachelor or Masters in Construction Management Degree Credit for Prior Learning
Save Money by Utilizing the Skills and Knowledge that You Can Already Prove
LSU Online believes in helping our learners achieve their goals in a quick and affordable manner. Our Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program is designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate learning done outside of the college classroom to potentially earn college credit. By taking advantage of this program, you can save both time and money as there will be less coursework for you to complete. Whether you have military experience or professional certifications, we offer a variety of pathways to complete your Bachelor's or Master's in Construction Management degree faster.
Explore the list of PLA certifications below to find out which ones you could qualify for. Each certification may count for 3–6 credits, depending on the courses listed.
Professional Credits
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Project Management Professional (PMP Exam)
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 4206 - Leadership | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 3 Credits
American Institute of Constructors
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
Students that have successfully completed the AIC Level 1 Exam (70% or better in related topics) are eligible for the following PLA credits:
CM 1011 - Intro to CM | 3 credit hours
CM 1112 - Materials and Methods I | 3 credit hours
CM 2113 - Construction Equipment | 3 credit hours
CM 2501 - Structures | 3 credit hours
CM 3201 - Mech/Elect | 3 credit hours
Master of Science in Construction Management (if not applied to the BSCM)
Students that have successfully completed the AIC Level 1 Exam (70% or better in related topics) are eligible for the following PLA credits:
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 3 Credits
Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)- Level Two Exam
In addition to the courses listed above, students that have successfully passed the AIC CPC Exam are eligible for the following PLA credits:
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 3111 - Construction Estimating | 3 credit hours
CM 4101 - Scheduling | 3 credit hours
CM 4211 – Construction Contracting | 3 credit hours
CM 4221 - Construction Project Mgt | 3 credit hours
Masters in Construction Management (if not applied to the BSCM)
In addition to the course listed above, students that have successfully passed the AIC CPC Exam are eligible for the following PLA credits:
CM 7111 – Construction Scheduling | 3 credit hours
CM 7211 – Construction Dispute Resolution | 3 credit hours
CM 7110 – Advanced Productivity | 3 credit hours
State Contractors License
Must have taken a rigorous state exam.
Bachelor in Construction Management
Residential/Commercial | Credit varies*
Masters in Construction Management
Residential/Commercial | Credit varies
Post-Baccalaureate Construction Management
Residential/Commercial | Credit varies
* Due to program accreditation requirements, specific documentation is required to demonstrate certain competencies in this are.
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)
Credit varies from 3-12 credit hours and is based on the level and craft type.
Documentation is required.
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
Credit varies from 3-12 credit hours and is based on the level and craft type.
Documentation is required.
Military Credits
Army
US Army: Construction Engineering Supervisor
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 2116 - Plan Reading | 3 Credits
CM 4221 - Construction Project Management | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 3 Credits
US Army: Combat Engineer
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 1112 - Materials & Methods | 3 Credits
CM 4206 - Leadership | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 3 Credits (level 40)
Post-Baccalaureate Construction Management
CM 2100 - Materials & Methods | 3 Credits (level 40)*
* Due to program accreditation requirements, specific documentation is required to demonstrate certain competencies in this area.
US Army: Special Forces Engineer Sergeant
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 4221 - Construction Project Management | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 6 Credits (level 40)
US Army: Technical Engineering Specialist
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 2105 - Surveying | 3 Credits
CM 2116 - Plan Reading | 3 Credits
CM 3503 - Soils | 3 Credits
CM 4206 - Leadership | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 6 Credits (level 40)
CM 7214 - Concrete Materials | 3 Credits (level 40)
US Army: Construction Engineering Supervisor (MOS-12H-001)
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 1112 - Materials & Methods | 3 Credits
CM 3111 - Estimating | 3 Credits
CM 4206 - Leadership | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 6 Credits (level 30)
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 9 Credits (level 40)
US Army: Construction Surveyor
Bachelor in Construction Management
CM 2105 - Surveying | 3 Credits
Masters in Construction Management
CM 7206 - Special Topics in CM | 3 Credits
Navy
During the application process, please notify your Enrollment Coach if any of these apply, and they will guide you through the evaluation process. Meeting the requirements for PLA does not guarantee admission to LSU Online. Ask your coach about specific admission requirements. They can be reached at 833-280-5634 or lsuonline@lsu.edu.
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