Advanced Placement (AP)
High school students may receive credit by earning the required score on an approved AP examination. An appropriate number of semester hours will be awarded, and a grade of pass (P) will be assigned for successful completion of approved courses. Information concerning the AP program may be obtained from a high school counselor. Official AP scores should be sent to NKU’s Office of Admissions (Lucas Administrative Center 400). Additional information on regulations and approved NKU programs for AP credit may be obtained from the Office of Admissions. Examination scores range from 1 to 5. Subject areas in which a student may receive credit from NKU by earning acceptable scores are listed below.
Credit for those areas marked by an asterisk (*) must be coordinated with the chair of the relevant department.
| DISCIPLINE |
ACCEPTABLE
SCORE |
COURSE |
SEMESTER
HOURS |
| AP Research Capstone |
3, 4, 5 |
Elective 200T |
3 |
| AP Seminar Capstone |
3, 4, 5 |
Elective 200T |
3 |
| Art, Visual Arts |
3, 4, 5 |
ART 100 Art Appreciation |
3 |
| Art, Drawing |
3, 4, 5 |
ARTD 210 Drawing I |
3 |
| Art, Studio 2D |
3, 4, 5 |
ART 135 Creating Visual Order |
3 |
| Art, Studio 3D |
3, 4, 5 |
ART 130 Creating Visual Form |
3 |
| Art History |
3, 4, 5 |
ARTH 100 History of Art: Renaissance Modernism AND
ARTH 101 History of Art: Prehistoric through Goth |
3
3 |
| Biological Sciences |
3 |
BIO 120 Understanding the Living World
BIO 120L Understanding the Living World Laboratory |
4 |
| Biological Sciences |
4, 5 |
BIO 150 /BIO 150L Introduction to Biology I with laboratory
OR BIO 120/BIO 120L Understanding the Living World |
4
4 |
| Calculus AB* |
3 |
MAT 128 Calculus A –OR– MAT 112 Applied Calculus |
3 |
| Calculus AB* |
4, 5 |
MAT 129 Calculus I |
4 |
| Calculus BC* |
3 |
MAT 129 Calculus I |
4 |
| Calculus BC* |
4, 5 |
MAT 129 Calculus I AND
MAT 229 Calculus II |
4
5 |
| Chemistry* |
3 |
CHE 120/CHE 120L General Chemistry I with laboratory |
4 |
| Chemistry* |
4, 5 |
CHE 120/CHE 120L General Chemistry I with laboratory AND
CHE 121/CHE 121L General Chemistry II with laboratory |
4
4 |
| Chinese Language and Culture |
3 |
CHI 201 Intermediate Chinese I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for CHI 101 Elementary Chinese I and CHI 102 Elementary Chinese II by completing CHI 202 Intermediate Chinese II and receiving a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Chinese Language and Culture |
4, 5 |
CHI 202 Intermediate Chinese II |
3 |
| Computer Science A |
3, 4, 5 |
CSC 260/CSC 260L Object-Oriented Programming I with Laboratory |
3
1 |
| Computer Science Principles |
3, 4, 5 |
INF 100T Computer Science Elective Credit |
3 |
| English Language/ Composition |
3 |
ENG 101 College Writing |
3 |
| English Language/ Composition |
4, 5 |
ENG 101 College Writing AND
ENG 102 Advanced College Writing |
3
3 |
| English Literature/ Composition |
3, 4, 5 |
ENG 200 Understanding Literature |
3 |
| Environmental Science |
3, 4, 5 |
ENV 110 Introduction to Environmental Science and Issues |
3 |
| European History |
3, 4, 5 |
HIS 100 History of Europe to 1713 AND
HIS 101 History of Europe, 1713 to the Present |
3
3 |
| French Language and Culture |
3 |
FRE 201 Intermediate French I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for FRE 101 Elementary French I and FRE 102 Elementary French II by completing FRE 202 Intermediate French II and receiving a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| French Language and Culture |
4 |
FRE 202 Intermediate French II
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for FRE 101 Elementary French I, FRE 102 Elementary French II, and FRE 201 Intermediate French I by completing a FRE 300-level course with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| French Language and Culture |
5 |
FRE 304 French Composition and Conversation
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for FRE 101 Elementary French I, FRE 102 Elementary French II, FRE 201 Intermediate French I, and FRE 202 Intermediate French II by completing a 300-level course or higher with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| German Language and Culture |
3 |
GER 201 Intermediate German I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for GER 101 Elementary German I and GER 102 Elementary German II by completing GER 202 Intermediate German II and receiving a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| German Language and Culture |
4 |
GER 202 Intermediate German II
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for GER 101 Elementary German I, GER 102 Elementary German II, and GER 201 Intermediate German I by completing a GER 300-level course with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| German Language and Culture |
5 |
GER 304 German Composition and Conversation
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for GER 101 Elementary German I, GER 102 Elementary German II, GER 201 Intermediate German I, and GER 202 Intermediate German II by completing a 300-level course or higher with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Government and Politics - U.S. |
3, 4, 5 |
PSC 100 American Politics |
3 |
| Government and Politics - Comp. |
3, 4, 5 |
PSC 102 Comparative Politics |
3 |
| Human Geography |
3, 4, 5 |
GEO 100 Global Viewpoints: Geography and the Human Landscape |
3 |
| Italian Language and Culture |
3 |
ITA 201 Intermediate Italian I |
3 |
| Italian Language and Culture |
4, 5 |
ITA 202 Intermediate Italian II |
3 |
| Japanese Language and Culture |
3 |
JPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for JPN 101 Elementary Japanese I and JPN 102 Elementary Japanese II by completing JPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II and receiving a grade of C- or better. |
3 |
| Japanese Language and Culture |
4, 5 |
JPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II |
3 |
| Latin: Virgil |
3 |
LAT 101 Elementary Latin I |
3 |
| Latin: Virgil |
4, 5 |
LAT 101 Elementary Latin I
LAT 102 Elementary Latin II |
3
3 |
| Macroeconomics |
3, 4, 5 |
ECO 200 Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| Microeconomics |
3, 4, 5 |
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| Music |
3, 4, 5 |
MUSM 111 Music Theory I AND
MUSM 122 Aural Skills I |
4 |
| Physics 1 |
3, 4, 5 |
PHY 211 General Physics with Laboratory I |
5 |
| Physics 2 |
3, 4, 5 |
PHY 213 General Physics with Laboratory II |
5 |
| Physics B |
3 |
PHY 110 Introduction to Physics with Laboratory |
4 |
| Physics B |
4 |
PHY 211 General Physics with Laboratory I |
5 |
| Physics B |
5 |
PHY 211 General Physics with Laboratory I AND
PHY 213 General Physics with Laboratory II |
10 |
Physics C
Mechanical |
3 |
PHY 211 General Physics with Laboratory I |
5 |
Physics C
Mechanical |
4, 5 |
PHY 220 University Physics with Laboratory I |
4 |
Physics C
Electricity/Magnetism |
3 |
PHY 213 General Physics with Laboratory II |
5 |
Physics C
Electricity/Magnetism |
4, 5 |
PHY 222 University Physics with Laboratory II |
4 |
| Psychology |
3, 4, 5 |
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| Spanish Language |
3 |
SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I and SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II by completing SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II and receiving a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Spanish Language |
4 |
SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I, SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II, and SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I by completing a SPI 300-level course with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Spanish Language |
5 |
SPI 304 Spanish Composition and Conversation
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I, SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II, SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I, and SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II by completing a 300-level course or higher with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Spanish Literature |
3 |
SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I and SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II by completing SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II and receiving a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Spanish Literature |
4 |
SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I, SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II, and SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I by completing a SPI 300-level course with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Spanish Literature |
5 |
SPI 304 Spanish Composition and Conversation
Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I, SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II, SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I, and SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II by completing a 300-level course or higher with a grade of C- or better |
3 |
| Statistics |
3, 4, 5 |
STA 205 Introduction to Statistical Methods OR
STA 113 Introduction to Probability and Statistics |
3 |
| U.S. History |
3, 4, 5 |
HIS 102 History of U.S. through 1877 AND
HIS 103 History of U.S. since 1877 |
3
3 |
| World History |
3, 4, 5 |
HIS 108 World History to 1500 AND
HIS 109 World History since 1500 |
3
3 |
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
NKU students who have completed and passed the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. Students must submit proof of successful completion of the program. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| EXAMINATION |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner |
CIT 300T Computer Information Technology Transfer Elective |
3 |
American Board of Opticianry - National Contact Lens Examiners (ABO-NCLE)
NKU students that hold a current license and are certified with a documented apprenticeship will receive credit for an NKU equivalent course. Students must submit a copy of their optician’s license and proof of apprenticeship. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| ABO-NCLE Certification Examination |
Pass |
HSC 200T Business Elective Transfer Credit
SCI 100G Natural Science General Education Credit |
18
3 |
American Medical Technologists (AMT)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses.
The chart below lists the examinations, prerequisites, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| Examination |
Prerequisite |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Credits |
| AMT - Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) |
PASS |
BIO 100G Natural Science General Education
HSC 101 Introduction to Health Professions
HSC 100T Health Science Transfer Elective
HSC 200T Health Science Transfer Elective
HSC 300T Health Science Transfer Elective |
3
3
18
6
4 |
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), as determined by the Department of Allied Health, will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses.
Examinations may be primary or post-primary examinations. An example of a primary examination is the ARRT exam for radiography. Students who have graduated from a program that is/was accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology but is not housed in a college that is/was regionally accredited would receive credit for radiography courses comparable to what would have been completed in an associate degree program at NKU. Post-primary exams are administered to those who have already completed an associate degree at a regionally accredited institution, passed the primary examination in their discipline, transferred credit for professional coursework to NKU and subsequently studied didactic content, demonstrated clinical competence and passed a post-primary exam in radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, respiratory care or other health care discipline.
The chart below lists the examinations, pre-requisites, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| EXAMINATION |
PREREQUISITE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS |
|
ARDMS - Secondary credentialing exam leading to different credential
(AB)(BR)(FE)(OB/GYN)
(PS)(AE)(PE)(VT)(MSKS)
|
ARDMS - SPI and specialty (e.g. RDMS, RDCS, RVT, or RMSKS
|
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Practicum: Advanced Imaging
|
6 |
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as determined by the Department of Allied Health, will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses.
Examinations may be primary or post-primary examinations. An example of a primary examination is the ARRT exam for radiography. Students who have graduated from a program that is/was accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology but is not housed in a college that is/was regionally accredited would receive credit for radiography courses comparable to what would have been completed in an associate degree program at NKU. Post-primary exams are administered to those who have already completed an associate degree at a regionally accredited institution, passed the primary examination in their discipline, transferred credit for professional coursework to NKU and subsequently studied didactic content, demonstrated clinical competence and passed a post-primary exam in radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, respiratory care or other health care discipline.
The chart below lists the examinations, prerequisites, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| EXAMINATION |
PREREQUISITE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS |
| ARRT - Computed Tomography (CT) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) or Therapy; R.T.(T) or NMTCB; CNMT |
RAD 470 Advanced Imaging
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) or Therapy R.T.(T) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Mammography (M) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Bone Densitometry (BD) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Cardiac Interventional (CI) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Vascular-Interventional (VI) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
| ARRT - Radiation Therapy (T) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
|
ARRT - Radiography (R)*
*credit hours are reserved for certified technologists who were either trained at a hospital-based program or an institution where credit does not transfer to NKU.
|
Graduation from JRCERT accredited program and R.T.(R) |
RAD 200 Introduction to Radiography
RAD 208 Radiographic Procedures I
RAD 208L Radiographic Positioning Lab I
RAD 209 Radiographic Procedures II
RAD 209L Radiographic Procedures Lab II
RAD 214 Analysis of Radiographic Quality
RAD 214L Analysis of Radiographic Quality Lab
RAD 216 Physical Principles of Radiographic Equipment
RAD 286 Radiographic Practicum I
RAD 296 Radiographic Practicum II
RAD 308 Radiographic Procedures III
RAD 309 Radiographic Procedures IV
RAD 340 Radiation Biology & Protection
RAD 350 Clinical Pathology for Radiographers
RAD 376 Radiographic Practicum III
RAD 386 Radiographic Practicum IV
RAD 396 Radiographic Practicum V
RAD 480 Radiography Seminar |
49 |
| ARRT - Sonography (S) |
ARRT - Radiography; R.T.(R) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC)
NKU students who have successfully completed the training from the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC), will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses. Students must submit official training documentation showing they have fulfilled the education, exams, and supervised counseling requirements.
The chart below lists the examinations, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Courses |
Total Semester Credits |
| Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) Training |
Pass |
REL 300T |
3 |
Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP)
NKU students who have completed the Emergency Number Professional Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP) will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit proof of successful completion of the program. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Emergency Number Professional Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP) |
Pass |
LDR 300T |
1 |
CERTIFIED REVENUE CYCLE REPRESENTATIVE (CRCR)
NKU students who have successfully completed the Certified Revenue Cycle Representative certification through Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses. Students must submit their CRCR certificate showing successful completion. The chart below lists the examinations, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Courses |
Total Semester Credits |
| Certified Revenue Cycle Representatinve Certificate |
PASS |
FIN 200T |
1 |
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)
NKU students who have successfully earned the Ohio state certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant at two levels: Phase 1 and Phase 2, will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit proof of an active license. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certification |
Pass |
HSR 340 Intro to Substance Abuse in Human Services
HSR 450 Diagnosis and Treatment of Substance Use
|
6 |
Child Development Associate (CDA)
NKU students who have taken and passed the CDA examination and have submitted a CDA application will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course. The credential must be valid; not expired.*
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Preschool CDA |
Pass |
EDU 551 Preschool Education and Programming
EDU 320 Family Engagement in the Home, School and Community
EDU 568 Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Education |
9 |
| Infant/Toddler CDA |
Pass |
EDU 552 Infant Toddler Education and Programming
EDU 320 Family Engagement in the Home, School and Community
EDU 568 Administration and Supervision in Early Childhood Education
|
9 |
* If the CDA was earned June 2013 - present. CDAs earned prior to June 2013 will need to be evaluated by faculty for possible NKU equivalencies.
CISCO
NKU students who have taken and passed an examination from Cisco, and hold a current certification (at the time of registering for classes) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| EXAMINATION |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| CCNA Exam (200-301)* |
CIT 247 Networking Fundamentals
CIT 447 Network Design/Troubleshooting
|
6 |
| CCNP Security Core Exam (350-701)* |
CYS 484 Network Security |
3 |
| Certified Entry Networking |
CIT 247 Networking Fundamentals |
3
|
*Credit given for exams taken after Summer 2020
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
CLEP, a national program of credit by examination administered by the College Board, was adopted at NKU to provide individuals with an opportunity to earn credit by examination. The Office of Testing Services at NKU is a recognized CLEP testing center and provides information about the tests as well as administering them. A grade of pass (P) will be assigned for the successful passage of a CLEP examination. Students are urged to consult their advisors before registering for CLEP exams.
The chart below shows, for each CLEP exam accepted by NKU, the minimum score, the semester credit hours earned with that score, and the equivalent NKU courses. NKU requires submission of an official score report. (The university reserves the right to revise these listings in accord with recommendations from the American Council on Education). Check the university’s testing website (http://testing.nku.edu) for updates.
| EXAMINATION |
MINIMUM
SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
SEMESTER
CREDITS |
| American Government |
50 |
PSC 100 American Politics |
3 |
| American Literature |
50 |
ENG 208 Survey of American Literature I AND
ENG 209 Survey of American Literature II |
6 |
| Analyzing and Interpreting Literature |
50 |
ENG 200 Understanding Literature |
3 |
| Calculus |
50 |
MAT 129 Calculus I |
4 |
| College Composition (English Composition with Essay) |
50 |
ENG 101 College Writing |
3 |
| College Algebra |
50 |
MAT 109 Algebra for College Students |
3 |
| College Mathematics |
50 |
MAT 100G Elective Credit |
3 |
| Biology |
50 |
BIO 120/BIO 120L Understanding the Living World with Lab |
4 |
| Chemistry (no lab credit awarded) |
50 |
CHE 120 General Chemistry I AND
CHE 121 General Chemistry II |
6 |
| English Literature |
50 |
ENG 202 Survey of British Literature I AND
ENG 203 Survey of British Literature II |
6 |
| Financial Accounting |
50 |
ACC 200 Principles of Accounting I - Financial |
3 |
|
French Language
|
50 - 59 |
FRE 101 Elementary French I AND
FRE 102 Elementary French II |
6 |
| 60+ |
FRE 101 Elementary French I AND
FRE 102 Elementary French II AND
FRE 201 Intermediate French I AND
FRE 202 Intermediate French II |
12 |
|
German Language
|
50 - 59 |
GER 101 Elementary German I AND
GER 102 Elementary German II |
6 |
| 60+ |
GER 101 Elementary German I AND
GER 102 Elementary German II AND
GER 201 Intermediate German I AND
GER 202 Intermediate German II |
12 |
| Human Growth and Development |
50 |
EDU 300 Human Growth and Development |
3 |
| Humanities |
50 |
GCC 100G - Elective Credit |
3 |
| Information Systems and Computer Applications |
50 |
BIS 300T - Elective Transfer Credit |
3 |
| Introductory Business Law |
50 |
BUS 230 Legal Environment |
3 |
| Introductory Psychology |
50 |
PSY 100 Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| Introductory Sociology |
50 |
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology |
3 |
| Natural Science |
50 |
SCI 100G - General Education Credit (no lab) |
3 |
| Pre-Calculus* |
50 |
MAT 119 Pre-Calculus Mathematics |
3 |
| Principles of Macroeconomics |
50 |
ECO 200 Principles of Macroeconomics |
3 |
| Principles of Management |
50 |
MGT 205 Business Management Principles |
3 |
| Principles of Marketing |
50 |
MKT 205 Principles of Marketing |
3 |
| Principles of Microeconomics |
50 |
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics |
3 |
| Social Science-History |
50 |
SSHI 100G - Elective Credit |
3 |
|
Spanish Language
|
50 - 56 |
SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I AND
SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II |
6 |
| 57+ |
SPI 101 Elementary Spanish I AND
SPI 102 Elementary Spanish II AND
SPI 201 Intermediate Spanish I AND
SPI 202 Intermediate Spanish II |
12 |
| U.S. History I: Early Colonization to 1877 |
50 |
HIS 102 History of the United States through 1877 |
3 |
| U.S. History II: 1865 to Present |
50 |
HIS 103 History of the United States since 1877 |
3 |
| Western Civilization I: Ancient to 1648 |
50 |
HIS 100 History of Europe to 1713 |
3 |
| Western Civilization II: 1648 to Present |
50 |
HIS 101 History of Europe, 1713 to the Present |
3 |
* NKU students who take and pass the Precaculus CLEP exam must consult with the Department of Mathematics and Statistics for permission to move onto the next math course.
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
NKU students who have taken and passed an examination from CompTIA, and hold a current certification (at the time of registering for classes) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
|
EXAMINATION
|
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE
|
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS
|
|
Security+ (versions SY0-501 and later)
|
CYS 285 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
|
3
|
| Network+ |
INF 284 Introduction to Computer Networks |
3 |
| Linux+ |
CIT 371 Unix Systems |
3 |
Note: Students with Security+ exams SY0-401 and before will be required to take CYS 285.
Credit for Prior Learning Examination (CPLE)
NKU faculty members have provided a unique opportunity for students wishing to receive credit for what they already have learned. Credit for Prior Learning Examinations (CPLE) are available for currently enrolled NKU students. The exams listed below are available to take and a grade of pass (P) will be assigned for the successful passage of a CPLE examination. Awarded CPLE credit will not replace any prior earned class credit.
| Examination |
Credit Hours |
Equivalent NKU Course |
| Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
3 |
ANT 100 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
| General Anthropology |
3 |
ANT 100T General Anthropology |
| Unearthing the Past: Introduction to World Prehistory |
3 |
ANT 110 Unearthing the Past: World Archaeology |
| Medical and Biological Terminology |
3 |
BIO 272 Medical and Biological Terminology |
| Introduction to Black Studies |
3 |
BLS 100 Introduction to Black Studies |
| Unix Systems |
3 |
CIT 371 Unix Systems |
| Architectural Drafting and CAD |
3 |
CMGT 222 Architectural Drafting and CAD |
| Object-Oriented Programming I |
3 |
CSC 260 Object-Oriented Programming I |
| Object-Oriented Programming II |
3 |
CSC 360 Object-Oriented Programming II |
| Introduction to Manufacturing |
3 |
EGT 116 Introduction to Manufacturing |
| Engineering Materials* |
3 |
EGT 261 Engineering Materials |
| Manufacturing Processes and Operations* |
3 |
EGT 265 Manufacturing Processes and Metrology |
| Statics and Strength of Materials* |
3 |
EGT 300 Statics and Strength of Materials |
| Applied Dynamics* |
3 |
EGT 340 Applied Dynamics |
| Principals of Finance |
3 |
FIN 305 Principals of Finance |
| Healthcare Management |
3 |
HSC 410 Healthcare Management |
| Elementary Programming |
3 |
INF 120 Elementary Programming |
| Introduction to Web Development |
3 |
INF 286 Introduction to Web Development |
| Introduction to Supervision |
3 |
LDR 100T Elective Transfer |
| Information Literacy |
3 |
LIN 175 Information Literacy |
| Finite Mathematics* |
3 |
MAT 114 Finite Mathematics |
| Facebook Digital Marketing Certificate |
9 |
MKT 205 Principles of Marketing
MKT 300 Marketing Tool
MKT 370 Social Media Marketing
|
| Advanced Facebook Digital Marketing Certificate |
3 |
MKT 394 Topics: Marketing Issues |
| Asana Project Management Certificate |
6 |
MGT 305 Operations Management in Business
MGT 306 Project Management
|
| Ethics in America |
3 |
PHI 200 Ethics |
| Ethics in Technology |
3 |
PHI 310 Information Ethics |
| Introduction to World Religions |
3 |
REL 200 World Religions and Cultures |
*Students wishing to take these exams must seek permission from the appropriate department before registering.
DSST Examinations
The DSST credit-by-examination program, recommended by the American Council on Education, is a form of prior-learning assessment that gives students the opportunity to receive college credit as a result of their test scores. The Office of Testing Services at NKU is a recognized DSST testing center and provides information about the tests as well as administers them. A grade of pass (P) will be assigned for the successful passage of a DSST examination. Students are urged to consult their advisors before registering for DSST exams. NKU requires submission of an official score report. Check the university’s testing website (http://testing.nku.edu) for updates. (The university reserves the right to revise these listings in accord with recommendations from the American Council on Education).
| EXAMINATION |
MINIMUM
SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
SEMESTER HOURS |
| A History of the Vietnam War |
400 |
HIS 565 The Vietnam War |
3 |
| Astronomy |
400 |
AST 100G (This credit goes toward a student’s elective credit and can satisfy a general education natural science requirement. It will not substitute a course.) |
3 |
| Art of the Western World |
48+
Departmental Essay |
ARTH 101 Survey of Western Art |
3 |
| The Civil War and Reconstruction |
400 |
HIS 394 Special Topics: Civil War and Reconstruction |
3 |
| Environmental Science |
400 |
ENV 110 Introduction to Environmental Science and Issues |
3 |
| Fundamentals of College Algebra |
400 |
MAT 100T (This credit goes toward a student’s elective credit. It will not substitute a course.) |
3 |
| Health & Human Development |
400 |
BIO 125 Biological Perspective of Wellness |
3 |
| Introduction to Geography |
400 |
GEO 100 Global Viewpoints on Geography and the Human Landscape |
3 |
| Computing and Information Technology |
432 |
BIS 101 Computer Literacy and Informatics |
3 |
| Management Information Systems |
430 |
BIS 300 Management Information Systems |
3 |
| Principles of Statistics |
400 |
STA 205 Introduction to Statistical Methods |
3 |
| Substance Abuse |
400 |
HSR 340 Alcoholism: Issues and Intervention |
3 |
| Ethics in America |
400 |
PHI 200 Ethics |
3 |
| Ethics in Technology |
400 |
PHI 310 Information Ethics |
3 |
| General Anthropology |
400 |
ANT 100T(This credit goes toward a student’s elective credit. It will not substitute a course.) |
3 |
| Introduction to World Religions |
400 |
REL 200 World Religions and Cultures |
3 |
Electrician Certification (ELEC)
NKU students who have a Kentucky Electrician License and have taken and passed the below examinations from NCCER and hold a current certification (at the time of registering for classes) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Courses |
Total Semester Hours |
Active registered Kentucky Electrician’s License
via Standard Journeyman Examination
NCCER Exams*
8000 On-the-Job Training Hours |
PASS |
CMGT 101 Introduction to Construction Management
CMGT 306 Electrical Systems for Construction
CMGT 300T Technical Elective
CMGT 300T Technical Elective
CMGT 300T Technical Elective
CMGT 300 Cooperative Education
CMGT 300 Cooperative Education
EGT 100G Natural Sciences General Education |
18 |
*NCCER Exams Required:
26101 Orientation to the Electrical Trade
46101 Fundamentals of Crew Leadership
26310 Load Calculations - Branch and Feeder Circuits
26303 Practical Applications of Lighting
26306 Distribution Equipment
26308 Commercial Electrical Services
26401 Load Calculations - Feeders and Services
26403 Standby and Emergency Systems
26405 Fire Alarm Systems
26408 HVAC Control
26201 Alternating Current
26202 Motors-Theory and Application
26203 Electric Lighting
26204 Conduit Bending
26205 Pull and Junction Boxes
26206 Conductors and Installations
26207 Cable Tray
26208 Conductor Terminations and Splices
26209 Grounding and Bonding
26210 Circuit Breakers and Fuses
26211Control Systems and Fundamental Concepts
26302 Conductor Selection and Calculations
26304 Hazardous Locations
26305 Overcurrent Protection
26307 Transformers
26309 Motor Calculations
26310 Voice, Data, and Video
26311 Motor Controls
26402 Healthcare Facilities
26404 Basic Electronic Theory
26406 Specialty Transformers
26407 Advanced Controls
26409 Heat Tracing and Freeze Protection
26410 Motor Operation and Maintenance
26411 Medium-Voltage Terminations and Splices
26412 Special Locations
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
NKU students who have earned the credential of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit proof of certification. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
NKU Equivalent Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Emergency Medical Technician |
PASS |
|
BIO 272 Medical Terminology
BLAB 100G Natural Science Lab General Education
HSC 100T General Health Science Transfer Elective
HEA 135 Safety and First Aid
|
|
3
1
3
3 |
Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP)
NKU students who have successfully completed officer training with the Federal Bureau of Prisons will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit an official transcript indicating they have graduated. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Federal Bureau of Prisons Training Transcript |
Pass |
PHE 108 Aerobic Conditioning
PHE 109 Strength Training
HEA 135 Safety and First Aid
JUS 100G Individual and Society General Education Credit
JUS 201 Corrections in America
JUS 204 Criminal Investigation
JUS 294 Topics: Justice Studies
JUS 294 Topics: Justice Studies |
20 |
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Examinations
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) examination (as determined by the Department of Accounting, Finance, and Business Law) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows, for each FINRA exam accepted by NKU, the minimum score, the semester credit hours earned with that score, and the equivalent NKU courses.
| EXAMINATION |
Series |
Prerequisite |
MINIMUM
SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
| Registered Options Principal (OP) |
4 |
S7, or S62 with S42,
S17, S37, or S38 |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis AND
FIN 405 Derivative Securities |
| General Securities Representative (GS) |
7 |
None |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| General Securities Sales Supervisor (Options Module FINRA-SU) |
9 |
S7 |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| General Securities Sales Supervisor (General Module FINRA-SU) |
10 |
S7 |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| General Securities Principal (GP) |
24 |
S7, S17, S37, S38,
S62, S79, or S82 |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| Municipal Securities Principal (MP) |
53 |
S52 or S7 (if passed
prior to 11/7/11) |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| NASAA-Uniform Combined State Law Exam (AG and/or RA) |
66 |
S7 |
Pass |
FIN 345 Investment and Security Analysis |
| Life and Health Insurance Licenses in several states |
NA |
NA |
Pass |
FIN 355 Principles of Risk Management and Insurance |
Governor’s school for entrepreneurs (gse)
Students who have attended the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs program at NKU will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent course. Students must present a certificate of completion from the Haile/US Bank College of Business. This credit is only valid at Northern Kentucky University for enrolled NKU students. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Certificate of Completion |
Pass |
ENTP 394 Topics: Entrepreneurship |
3 |
Harvard Business School Core (CORe)
NKU students who have completed the Harvard Business CORe program will receive for an NKU equivalent course. Students must submit an official record with “Pass” in all three of the courses to receive this credit.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
|
Harvard Business CORe Program
Courses:
Business Analytics
Economics for Managers
Financial Accounting
|
Pass |
BUS 300T Business Elective Transfer Credit |
3 |
International Baccalaureate
High school students completing this rigorous program may receive credit by earning the required score in a specific subject. An appropriate number of semester credit hours will be awarded the grade of pass (P) for successful completion of approved courses. To earn credit, the student must request that an official transcript issued by the New York office of the International Baccalaureate be sent to the Office of the Registrar. Additional information on regulations and approved NKU programs for IB credit may be obtained from the Office of the University Registrar. Subject areas in which a student may receive credit from NKU by earning acceptable scores are listed below.
SL = Subsidiary Level
HL = Higher Level
* StndL = Standard Level
| SUBJECT AREA |
COURSE |
ACCEPTABLE SCORE |
EQUIVALENCY |
CREDITS |
| Biology |
Biology (SL)
Biology (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
BIO 100G
BIO 100G |
3
3 |
| Business Administration |
Business Administration (SL)
Business Administration (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
BUS 200T
MGT 205 - Business Management Principles/3 credit hours |
3
3 |
| Chemistry |
Chemistry (SL)
Chemistry (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
CHE 102 - Introduction to Chemistry AND
one credit of chemistry lab
CHE 120 - General Chemistry I AND
CHE 121 - General Chemistry II
(Credit for associated labs “CHE 120L - General Chemistry I Laboratory” and “CHE 121L - General Chemistry II Laboratory,” 1 credit each, may be awarded but will require department review of student’s lab syllabi and may require additional lab work or testing on the part of the student before credit is awarded.) |
3
1
3
3 |
| Computer Science |
Computer Science (SL)
Computer Science (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
INF 120 - Elementary Programming
INF 120 - Elementary Programming |
3
3 |
| Economics |
Economics (HL) |
5 or higher |
ECO 200 - Principles of Macroeconomics AND
ECO 201 - Principles of Microeconomics |
3
3 |
| Film |
Film (SL)
Film (HL) |
5 or higher
4 or higher |
CIN 200 - Introduction to Cinema Studies
CIN 200 - Introduction to Cinema Studies |
3
3 |
| Geography |
Geography (SL)
Geography (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
GEO 100 - Global Viewpoints on Geography and the Human Landscape
GEO 100 - Global Viewpoints on Geography and the Human Landscape |
3
3 |
| Global Politics |
Global Politics (SL)
Global Politics (HL) |
|
PSC 103 - International Politics
PSC 103 - International Politics |
3
3 |
| History |
History (SL)
Histotry (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
HIS 109 - World History since 1500
HIS 109 - World History since 1500 |
3
3 |
| Literature |
English Language A Lit. (HL)
Language A Lang. and Lit. (SL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
ENG 200 - Understanding Literature
ENG 200 - Understanding Literature |
3
3 |
| Language |
Modern Languages
Language B (SL)
French (SL)
German (SL)
Spanish (SL)
Language B (HL)
French (HL)
German (HL)
Spanish (HL)
|
5 or better
5 or better
5 or better
5 or better
5 or better
5 or better
|
FRE 201 - Intermediate French I*
GER 201 - Intermediate German I*
SPI 201 - Intermediate Spanish I*
FRE 201 AND FRE 202 - Intermediate French I & II**
GER 201 AND GER 202 - Intermediate German I & II**
SPI 201 AND SPI 202 - Intermediate Spanish I & II**
* Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for the 101 (Elementary I) and 102 (Elementary II) level of study in the corresponding language by completing the 202 (Intermediate II) level in the language and receiving a grade of C- or better.
** Students who continue their language study at NKU can receive credit for the 101 (Elementary I) and 102 (Elementary II) level of study in the corresponding language by completing a 300-level course or higher in the language and receiving a grade of C- or better. |
3
3
3
6
6
6
|
| Mathematics |
Mathematics Higher level (HL) |
4 or higher |
MAT 129 - Calculus I AND
MAT 229 - Calculus II |
4
5 |
| Music |
Music (SL)
Music (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
MUS 100 - Music Appreciation
MUS 100 - Music Appreciation & MUS 100T |
3
6 |
| Philosophy |
Philosophy (SL)
Philosophy (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
PHI 110 - Philosophy, Individuals and Society
PHI 110 - Philosophy, Individuals and Society |
3
3 |
| Physics |
Physics (SL)
Physics (HL) |
4 or higher
5 or higher |
PHY 211 - General Physics with Laboratory I
PHY 211 - General Physics with Laboratory I AND
PHY 213 - General Physics with Laboratory II |
5
10
|
| Psychology |
Psychology (SL)
Psychology (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology
PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology |
3
3 |
| Social and Cultural Anthropology |
Social and Cultural Anthropology (SL)
Social and Cultural Anthropology (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
ANT 100 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
ANT 100 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology |
3
3 |
| Theatre and Dance |
Theatre (SL)
Theatre (HL)
Dance (SL)
Dance (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher
5 or higher
5 or higher |
TAR 100 - Theatre Appreciation
TAR 110 - Acting I
DAN 120 - Ballet Dance I
DAN 220 - Ballet Dance II |
3
3
3
3 |
| Visual Arts |
Visual Arts (SL)
Visual Arts (HL) |
5 or higher
5 or higher |
ART 100 - Art Appreciation
ART 100 - Art Appreciation |
3
3 |
International Board of Specialty Certification (IBSC)
NKU students who have successfully completed all requirements of the below credential(s) through the International Board of Specialty Certification (IBSC) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. Students must submit a copy of their certificate indicating they have earned the credential. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Certified Flight Paramedic |
Pass |
HSC 200T General Health Science Elective |
3 |
| Certified Critical Care Paramedic |
Pass |
HSC 200T General Health Science Elective |
3 |
Kentucky License Recognition Sales Associate
NKU students who have successfully completed and hold a current Kentucky Real Estate Sales Associate license will receive credit for an NKU equivalent course. Students must submit an official record with “Pass” and copy of their Kentucky real estate license. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Kentucky Real Estate Sales Associate Examination |
Pass |
BUS 100T Business Elective Transfer Credit |
3 |
Kentucky Peer Support Specialist (KPSS)
NKU students who have successfully completed the Kentucky Peer Support Specialist training and examination will receive credit for an NKU equivalent course. Students must submit an official record with “Pass” and copy of their Kentucky Peer Support Specialist certificate. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| EXAMINATION |
MINIMUM SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| Kentucky Peer Support Specialist Certificate |
Pass |
HSR 102 Foundation of Recovery Support |
1 |
Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD)
NKU students who have graduated from the LEAD Program (2019-2020)*, will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit proof of successful completion of the program. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
*Students that have completed this program before or after 2019-2020 will be evaluated by the department.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD) Graduate |
Pass |
LDR 300T |
3 |
MUBEA Apprenticeship Training (MUBEA)
NKU students who have successfully completed the Mubea Apprenticeship Training will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit a copy of their certificate of completion. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Kentucky Registered Apprenticeship Program Certificate (under the sponsorship of Mubea) |
Pass |
EGT 116 Introduction to Manufacturing
EGT 265 Manufacturing Processes and Metrology
EGT 301 Cooperative Education in Engineering Technology
EGT 300T General EGT Transfer Elective
EGT 361 Fluid Power
EGT 386 Electro-Mechanical Instrumentation and Control |
18 |
National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)
NKU students who have obtained a certification for Life, Variable Life and Variable Annuity and Health Insurance will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| LICENSE TYPE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| Life, Variable Life and Variable Annuity and Health Insurance |
FIN 355 Principles of Risk Management and Insurance |
3 |
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), as determined by the Department of Allied Health, will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses.
Examinations may be primary or post-primary examinations. An example of a primary examination is the ARRT exam for radiography. Students who have graduated from a program that is/was accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology but is not housed in a college that is/was regionally accredited would receive credit for radiography courses comparable to what would have been completed in an associate degree program at NKU. Post-primary exams are administered to those who have already completed an associate degree at a regionally accredited institution, passed the primary examination in their discipline, transferred credit for professional coursework to NKU and subsequently studied didactic content, demonstrated clinical competence and passed a post-primary exam in radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, respiratory care or other health care discipline.
The chart below lists the examinations, prerequisites, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| EXAMINATION |
PREREQUISITE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS |
| NBRC - Adult Critical Care Specialty (RRT-ACCS) |
NBRC - Registered Respiratory Care (RRT) |
RSP 460 Advanced Respiratory Critical Care |
3 |
| NBRC - Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care Specialist (RRT-NPS), or Registered Pulmonary Function (RPFT) |
NBRC - Registered Respiratory Care (RRT) |
RSP 496 Clinical Practicum VI |
3 |
| NBRC - Sleep Disorders Testing and Therapeutic Intervention Specialist (RRT-SDS) |
NBRC - Registered Respiratory Care (RRT) |
RSP 400T Respiratory Therapy General Transfer Elective
RSP 400T Respiratory Therapy General Transfer Elective |
6 |
| NBRC - Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) |
Pass |
RSP 386 Clinical Practicum III
RSP 396 Clinical Practicum IV
RSP 486 Clinical Practicum V
RSP 480 Respiratory Care Seminar
SCI 100G Natural Science General Education |
15 |
National Certification Corporation (NCC)
NKU students who have successfully completed all requirements of the Neonatal Pediatric Transport credential through the National Certification Corporation (NCC) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. Students must submit a copy of their certificate indicating they have earned the credential. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Neonatal Pediatric Transport |
Pass |
HSC 200T General Health Science Elective |
3 |
National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
A requirement for admission to the RN to BSN program is an active registered nursing license. In order to obtain a nursing license nurses must take and pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Since 1994 the NCLEX has been a nationwide examination for the licensing of nurses in the United States. The examination is developed and owned by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN). The NCSBN administers these examinations on behalf of its member boards which consist of the boards of nursing in all 50 states. Scores for passing the exam are issued to the board of nursing. The blueprint testing plan for the exam is updated every three years to reflect current, entry-level nursing competency. Validation for passing the exam will be to verify a current license with the state board of nursing in which the student is licensed.
To assure content validity a testing plan is developed every three years. The test plan is reviewed and approved by the NCLEX Examination Committee. They use recent practice analysis of registered nurses, expert opinions of the Examination Committee,NCSBN content staff, and boards of nursing (NCSBN’s Member Boards) to ensure that the test plan is consistent with state nurse practice acts. A thorough and comprehensive listing of content for each client needs category and subcategory is outlined in the test plan.
| EXAMINATION |
PREREQUISITE |
MINIMUM SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
SEMESTER CREDITS |
| Active registered nursing license via NCLEX. |
ADN |
Pass |
NRS 330 Principles of Psych & Mental Health Nursing
NRS 330P Psych & Mental Health Nursing Practicum
NRS 360 Principles of OB & Newborn Nursing
NRS 360P OB & Newborn Nursing Practicum
NRS 415 Principles of Pediatric Nursing
NRS 415P Pediatric Nursing Practicum
NRS 450 Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing
NRS 450P Advanced Medical-Surgical Practicum
SCI 100G Natural Sciences |
23 |
National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)
NKU students who have completed the Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification through the National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit proof of successful completion of the program. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| National Federation of Professional Trainers - Certified Personal Trainer (NFPT-CPT) |
Pass |
KIN 260 Introduction to Strength and Conditioning |
3 |
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB), as determined by the Department of Allied Health, will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses.
Examinations may be primary or post-primary examinations. An example of a primary examination is the ARRT exam for radiography. Students who have graduated from a program that is/was accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology but is not housed in a college that is/was regionally accredited would receive credit for radiography courses comparable to what would have been completed in an associate degree program at NKU. Post-primary exams are administered to those who have already completed an associate degree at a regionally accredited institution, passed the primary examination in their discipline, transferred credit for professional coursework to NKU and subsequently studied didactic content, demonstrated clinical competence and passed a post-primary exam in radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, respiratory care or other health care discipline.
The chart below lists the examinations, prerequisites, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| EXAMINATION |
PREREQUISITE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSES |
TOTAL SEMESTER CREDITS |
|
NMTCB - Nuclear Cardiology (NCT), or Positron-Emission Technology (PET)
|
CNMT or ARRT (N) |
RAD 494 Topics: Radiology
RAD 496 Radiographic Practicum VII |
6 |
Oracle
NKU students who have taken and passed an examination from Oracle, and hold a current certification (at the time of registering for classes) will receive credit for an equivalent NKU course. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
|
EXAMINATION
|
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE
|
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS
|
|
OCA Oracle Certified Associate
|
CIT 472 Database Administration
|
3
|
pharmacy technician certification board (ptcb)
NKU students who have successfully passed the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit an official score report from PTCB indicating they have passed. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| CREDENTIAL TYPE |
MINIMUM SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam |
Pass |
BIO 272 Medical Terminology
SCI 100G Natural Science General Education Credit
HSC 100T Health Science Elective Transfer Credit
HSC 100T Health Science Elective Transfer Credit
|
12 |
Police Academy (POAC)
NKU students who have successfully graduated from an accredited Police Academy will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent courses. Students must submit an official transcript indicating they have graduated. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
|
CREDENTIAL TYPE
|
MINIMUM SCORE |
EQUIVALENT NKU COURSE |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS |
| Police Academy Transcript |
Graduated |
PHE 108 Aerobic Conditioning
PHE 109 Strength Training
HEA 135 Safety and First Aid
JUS 100G Individual and Society General Education Credit
JUS 200 Police in America
JUS 204 Criminal Investigation
JUS 294 Topics: Justice Studies
JUS 294 Topics: Justice Studies |
20 |
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT)
NKU students who have taken and received a passing score on a certification examination from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT), will receive credit for equivalent NKU courses. Students must submit a verification letter indicating they have passed the exam and earned the credential.
The chart below lists the examinations, minimum score, the equivalent NKU courses and the maximum number of hours.
| Examination |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Courses |
Total Semester Credits |
| BRPT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist Exam |
PASS |
RSP 400T Respiratory Therapy General Transfer Elective
RSP 400T Respiratory Therapy General Transfer Elective |
6 |
NKU students who have completed the Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or the Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification through the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) will receive credit for the below NKU equivalent course. Students must submit proof of successful completion of the program. The chart below shows the semester credit hours and the equivalent NKU course.
| Credential Type |
Minimum Score |
Equivalent NKU Course |
Total Semester Hours |
| Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) |
Pass |
MGT 340 Human Resource Administration |
3 |
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