About NFA
Transcripts & College Credit
Courses presented at NFA are equal in difficulty to those at the college/university level. Although the Academy itself is not an accredited institution, completed NFA courses may count as credits toward a college degree program. Students should be aware, however, that not all colleges/universities accept these credits.
The American Council on Education/College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE/CCRS) annually reviews Academy courses and makes recommendations for credit equivalencies. ACE/CCRS reviews formal training developed outside colleges and universities and publishes its recommendations in The National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs, used by educational institutions throughout the country. Course descriptions include the ACE recommendation for credit hours, curricula, and level. Newly developed courses not included in the previous ACE review receive credit equivalency evaluations after the next annual review. At that time, the students who have already completed the course become eligible for credit for that course.
Upon written request, the NETC Office of Admissions will provide student transcripts to educational institutions at no cost to the student.
Last Updated: June 23, 2004 01:35 PM
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