Keywords

Credit-by-Examination, Experiential Learning, Prior Learning Assessment, RN-BSN Education

 

Authors

  1. Lee, Shirleatha
  2. Dapremont, Jill

Abstract

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to identify RN-BSN students' perceived satisfaction with the use of prior learning assessments (PLAs) and to examine graduation rates for students who utilized PLA in comparison to non-PLA users. Students were surveyed to examine satisfaction with PLA use; retrospective data were examined to determine graduation status by PLA option. A high percentage of students perceived PLA as flexible and affordable, and users had significantly higher graduation rates. The PLA option is highly associated with degree completion.