Academic Programs

Standards for Non-Credit Academic Experiences

• A clear description of the course must be available via web and schedule of classes.
• Instruction shall be sufficient in breadth and length to meet the course objectives, proficiencies and competencies described.
• Course syllabus and objectives/outcomes shall be included in the curriculum system for record keeping.
• Curriculum Council approves non-credit offerings after they have the approval of the Office of the Registrar, if the intent is for them to be listed on the non-credit transcript.
• Coordination and support for these standards is provided by the Office of the Registrar.  
• Equitable reflection on the transcript among courses must demonstrate parity of the offering to ensure that the outcomes are met.
• Only academic units may originate courses and/or request course designators.

The Office of the Registrar has information about creating non-credit courses.