Portfolio Assessment

Credit toward academic programs can be earned at Quinsigamond through the development of a portfolio. Pending approval from the instructional dean, a faculty member is hired to review and evaluate the experience that you document in your portfolio. Generally organized in a notebook or folder, this comprehensive documentation showcases the competencies, formal training, and/or general knowledge you have attained through life experiences and clearly demonstrates that it is worthy of college credit. Program restrictions apply.

If you are interested in earning credit through a Portfolio Assessment, here are your next steps:

• Discuss developing a portfolio with your advisor to determine how it fits into your program requirements.
• Schedule an initial appointment with a staff member in Academic Support Services, Room 272A, to learn more about portfolio development and to determine if your prior learning is appropriate for portfolio assessment.
• Compile your portfolio, based on QCC portfolio recommended guidelines, see page 10. BE SURE TO KEEP A COPY OF ALL DOCUMENTATION.
• Schedule a follow-up meeting to finalize the application process.
• After your request has been approved by the appropriate instructional dean, and an instructor has agreed to serve as your faculty advisor, you will be notified by mail.
• You will be asked to register and pay for your credits before your portfolio is officially reviewed.
• The instructor will contact you to set up a time for the formal evaluation.
• If your portfolio does not demonstrate adequate information, it is advised that you complete a withdrawal form. These are available in the Registrar’s Office.