Laddering

Academic credit earned through the completion of one credential (e.g., certificate or diploma) accepted towards the completion of another credential (e.g., diploma or degree) within the same program area. Laddering arrangements must be approved by Academic Council. Laddering arrangements enable students to build upon previously earned credentials hence the content must be identical (i.e., course completed in a certificate program must contain the same content as those in the degree program). Students who have successfully completed one credential (e.g., certificate or diploma) must apply for admission to a higher level credential program (e.g., diploma or degree) prior to starting the second credential program.