Build on your professional experience and advance your career

If you have experience in workplace safety, risk management, insurance, compliance, or related fields, you may already have knowledge that applies to this degree. Academic Credit for Prior Learning (ACPL) can help you turn that experience into college credit and move forward more efficiently.

About the Program

The Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management program prepares students to identify, assess, and manage risk across a variety of industries.

You'll build skills in:

  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Insurance principles and practices
  • Workplace safety and compliance
  • Occupational health and safety

Modes of Learning

  • 100% Online

How ACPL Applies to Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management

Depending on your background, you may be able to earn credit through:

  • Industry certifications and licenses
  • Prior coursework or exams
  • Relevant work experience (via portfolio)
  • Military training and experience
  • Employer-sponsored training programs

Credit is awarded based on how your experience aligns with specific course outcomes.

Examples of Experience That May Count

While every situation is unique, examples may include:

  • OSHA Certifications
  • Risk management or compliance roles
  • Insurance industry training or professional experience
  • Safety leadership or supervisory responsibilities
  • Professional certifications related to safety, risk, insurance, or project management such as the AINS, ARM, CIC, PMP, etc.

What to Expect

  • Not all experience will apply directly to credit
  • Credit amounts vary based on evaluation
  • Some CPL options may involve exams or portfolio review
  • Fees apply depending on the type and number of credits awarded

What to Do Next

The best way to understand how your experience may apply is to connect with an advisor.

We can help you:

  • Identify which of your experiences may qualify
  • Determine the best ACPL pathway
  • Plan your next steps in the program

Contact Risk, Insurance, and Safety Management Advisor

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