For over 25 years, this guide has been the trusted source of information on over 6,000 educational programs offered by business, labor unions, schools, training suppliers, professional and voluntary associations, and government agencies. These programs provide educational credit to students for learning acquired in noncollegiate settings. Each entry in the comprehensive National Guide provides: BL Course title as assigned by the participating organization BL Location of all sites where the course is offered BLDuration in contact hours and days or weeks BL The period during which the credit recommendation applies BL The purpose for which the course was designed BL The abilities or competencies acquired by the student upon successful completion of the course BL The teaching methods, materials, equipment, and major subject areas covered BL College credit recommendations offered in four categories (by level of degrees) and expressed in semester hours and subject area(s) in which credit is applicable. The introductory section includes the Registry of Credit Recommendations, an ACE College Credit Recommendation Service transcript system.