USM Students may earn credit for licenses, certifications and other credentials granted by organizations outside the University.
The submission of credential documentation does not guarantee the awarding of credit. To earn credit, credentials must be current, non-provisional, and demonstrate substantial evidence of college-level learning.
Credit equivalencies listed on this page are subject to re-review as trainings change over time. Current USM students should visit the link below for more information (opens in a new tab).
The following is NOT a comprehensive list of all credentials that have been reviewed for credit. Students who have credentials not listed should submit their documentation to priorlearningusm@maine.edu.
HEALTHCARE
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| American Heart Association Heartsaver ACLS/PALS | GEL 1XX – 1 each |
| American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid | SPM 101 or 102 – .5 |
| AHA or ARC CPR/AED and First Aid w/in-person skill sessions | GEL 1XX – .5 |
| Basic Life Support and First Aid (American Red Cross or American Heart Association) w/in-person skill sessions | SPM 101 – .5 |
| Basic Life Support and First Aid Renewal (American Red Cross or American Heart Association) w/in-person skill sessions | SPM 102 – .5 |
| **Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Assistant to Nurses Certification | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Wilderness First Aid (15-20 hours) | GEL 1XX – 1.5 |
| Wilderness First Responder (36-70 hours) | GEL 2XX – 3 |
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) | GEL 3XX – 2 |
| Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) | GEL 1XX – 2 |
| Direct Support Professional (DSP) | GEL 1XX – 1 |
| Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) | GEL 2XX – 6 (no additional credit for CADC) |
| Mental Health Rehabilitation Technican (MHRT – I) | GEL 1XX – 2 |
| MHRT-C or MHRT-CSP | Contact CPL office for details |
| Personal Support Specialist (PSS) | GEL 1XX – 1 |
PROFESSIONAL
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| Maine Aesthetician License | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Maine Producer Resident (Life and Health and/or Property and Casualty) | GEL 1XX – 3 each |
| Maine Sales Agent/Associate Broker/Designated Broker | GEL 1XX – 3 each |
| SHRM-CP or SPHR Human Resources Certification | LOS 312 – 3 |
PUBLIC SAFETY
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| Firefighter I and II (State Certification Required) | GEL 1XX – 3 each |
| EMT-B | GEL 1XX – 6 |
| AEMT | GEL 2XX – 12 (no additional credit for EMT-B) |
| MCJA Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLETP) | LOS 3XX – 6 GEL 1XX – 9 (15 cr total) (no additional credit for LEPS) |
| MCJA Law Enforcement Pre-Service Training Phase I and II (LEPS) | GEL 1XX – 6 |
| MCJA Basic Corrections Officer | GEL 1XX – 6 |
WELLNESS/FITNESS
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| Certified Personal Trainer w/ NCCA exam | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Maine State Massage License | GEL 1XX – 6 |
| USUI Reiki (Level I, II, Master, Advanced Teacher) | Contact CPL office for details |
| Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200 hours) | GEL 1XX – 3 |
GENERAL
| Credential | Credit Awarded |
|---|---|
| Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate | EGN 182 – 1 |
| Certified Early Childhood Assistant (CECA) | EDU 100 – 3 |
| Educators Rising Microcredentials (all 5 completed) | EDU 100 – 3 |
| Foundations of Community Interpreting | GEL 1XX – 3 |
| Maine Media Workshops and College (1 week intensive courses) | CMS 2XX – 3 |
| MANDT/Safety Care | Contact CPL office for details |
| Maine Ecological Design Permaculture Design Certificate (100-hr) | ESP 3XX – 3 cr |
| Maine Roads to Quality – Full Credentials Only | GEL 1XX – 6 each |
| Master Gardener Volunteer | ESP 3XX (EL) – 4 |
| Olympia Snowe Leadership Program (Requires Eastern Maine Community College Transcript) | LOS 2XX (EL) – 3 |
| OSHA 30-hour/Hazwoper (no credit for 10 hour OSHA trainings) | GEL 1XX – 1 each |
| ServSafe Food Protection Manager | GEL 1XX – 1 |
| USM CRLA Tutor Level I | GEL 1XX – 3 |