Credit for High School Programs
Receive college credit for certifications you earn in high school. Mesa Community College is offering Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) for students who earn industry certifications and licenses through their training. With approved CPL, students receive free college credit that applies to MCC certificates and degrees.
Learn more about dual enrollment and CPL credit that may be part of high school partner programs, including Mesa Public Schools, EVIT and West-MEC.
How to Earn Credit at Mesa Community College
Greetings Future Thunderbirds!
Become a student and get your CPL credit in three simple steps.
- Complete the MCC High School Student Application for Admission
- Complete Identity Authentication by uploading your government issued photo identification.
- Complete the form for your program (see table below). Please allow time as all credentials will be reviewed for validity
Need help completing your application?
Our enrollment team is here to help you! The New Student Welcome Room is located at the Southern and Dobson Campus, inside the Enrollment Center Bldg. 39. Office hours are (Monday-Thursday 8:00-6:00) or Fridays (10:00- 5:00).
Current High School Credit Opportunities
Explore the available programs and their associated forms below. Please note, in order to access and complete a form, you must be an active MCC student and have an MEID.
| High School Programs | MCC Program | Prior Learning Assessment Form | Credits Available | Applicable Degrees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aesthetics | Beauty Industry State Licenses | 12 - 30 | ||
| Agricultural and Food Products Processing | Sustainable Horticulture | 3 - 21 | ||
| AgriScience | Sustainable Horticulture | 3 - 21 | ||
| Automotive Technologies | ASE Certifications | 2 - 10 | ||
| OSHA Certifications | 3 | |||
| Aviation | N/A at MCC Aviation is available at Chandler-Gilbert Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Barbering | Beauty Industry State Licenses | 12 - 30 | ||
| Coding | Python Institute | 3 |
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| Collision Repair | N/A at MCC Autobody/Collision Repair is available at Gateway Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Commercial Baking & Pastry Arts | N/A at MCC Culinary Arts, Baking, and Pastry is available at Scottsdale Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Construction Technologies | OSHA Certifications | 3 | ||
| National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Certifications | 1 - 9 |
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| Cosmetology | Beauty Industry State Licenses | 12 - 30 | ||
| Criminal Justice | Not available at this time | |||
| Culinary Arts | N/A at MCC Culinary Arts, Baking, and Pastry is available at Scottsdale Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Dental Assistant | Not available at this time | |||
| Diesel Technologies | Not available at this time | |||
| Digital Animation (3D Animation) | Not available at this time | |||
| Digital Photography | Not available at this time | |||
| Early Childhood Education | Not available at this time | |||
| Electrical & Power Transmission Installation | Not available at this time | |||
| Emergency Medical Technician | EMS Licenses/Certifications | 12.5 | ||
| Fashion Design & Merchandising | Not available at this time | |||
| Fire and Emergency Services | EMS Licenses/Certifications | 12.5 | ||
| Professional/Healthcare Provider CPR / AED (Adult, Child, Infant) Certifications | 0.5 | |||
| Future Engineers | Not available at this time | |||
| Graphic Design | Not available at this time | |||
| Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) | N/A at MCC HVAC is available at Gateway Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Hospitality Management | N/A at MCC Hospitality Management is available at Scottsdale Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Interior Design | N/A at MCC Interior Design is available at Scottsdale Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Manufacturing | National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Certifications | 3 - 12 | ||
| Massage Therapy | N/A at MCC Massage Therapy is available at Phoenix College | Not available at this time | ||
| Medical Assistant | N/A at MCC Medical Assisting is available at Phoenix College | Not available at this time | ||
| Mental and Social Health Technician | Not available at this time | |||
| Networking & Security | CompTIA Certifications | 3 | ||
| Nursing Assistant | Not available at this time | |||
| Pharmacy Technician | N/A at MCC Pharmacy Technician is available at Gateway Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Physical Therapy Technician | N/A at MCC Physical Therapy Assisting is available at Gateway Community College | Not available at this time | ||
| Plumbing Service and Repair Technician | Not available at this time | |||
| Radio/Audio Production | Not available at this time | |||
| Software and App Design | Not available at this time | |||
| Technology Device Maintenance | CompTIA Certifications | 6 | ||
| Veterinary Assistant | National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) Certifications | 12.5 | ||
| Video Production | Not available at this time | |||
| Welding Technologies | Welding Certifications | 5 - 15 | ||
Other Credentials
We are always working to expand CPL opportunities to include more degrees that accept prior learning that should be available in the near future. If you have an industry recognized credential or corporate training that you would like us to evaluate which is not on the list, please email your request to the Office of the Deans of Instruction at [email protected].
Whether you’re interested in an associate’s degree, a certificate in your field, transferring to a four-year university, or you just want to take some classes for your own personal satisfaction, Mesa Community College has programs to suit your personal goals.