The credit conversion table above applies to completed technical college certificates that have a minimum of 10 technical college credits. For technical college certificates with less than 10 credits, students can pursue our Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) option at Utah Tech – https://academics.utahtech.edu/prior-learning-assessment/ or https://academics.utahtech.edu/experiential-learning-credit/.
Transfer Your Technical College Certification
Turn your hard work into college credits at Utah Tech University. Students who complete eligible certificates from one of Utah’s technical colleges can receive up to 30 elective credits toward an associate or bachelor’s degree at Utah Tech. That means you can save time, reduce costs, and keep moving toward your goals.
Credit Conversion
Students may receive elective credit for their completed certificate (those certificates with a minimum of 10 technical college credits) as outlined in the details below at a one-to-one ratio, up to the 30-elective credit maximum.
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30-credit (900 hour) technical college certificates: 30 elective credits at Utah Tech
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20-credit (600 hour) technical college certificates: 20 elective credits at Utah Tech
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10-credit (300 hour) technical college certificates: 10 elective credits at Utah Tech
Admission & Advising
We’re here to support you every step of the way. From your first inquiry to graduation, you’ll have a dedicated team ready to help you navigate the process.
- Admissions Counselor: Your go-to resource for all things related to applying and transferring. They’ll help you understand your transfer credits, explore financial aid and scholarships, and ensure you’re ready for a smooth transition to Utah Tech.
- Academic Advising: Once you’re admitted, your advisor becomes your partner in success. They’ll work with you to create a personalized academic plan, choose the right classes, and stay on track to meet your goals.
Already a Utah Tech student?
Although the Utah Tech Registrar’s Office will automatically award the credits you should receive based on your technical college completed certificate as outlined in the credit conversion table above, we recommend visiting with your assigned academic advisor to discuss how those awarded credits apply to your degree requirements at Utah Tech if you are unsure.
Apply in 3 Simple Steps
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Complete your Admissions Application
Application takes fewer than 10 minutes to complete, and the application fee will be waived for Utah residents.
Apply2
Submit all official Transcripts
Submit official transcripts from all previous colleges to Records@UtahTech
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Once admitted, meet with an academic advisor to discuss your credits
Schedule Your AppointmentNote: The Registrar’s Office will automatically apply eligible credits from your completed technical college certificate (see credit conversion above). If you have questions, your academic advisor can walk you through how your credits apply to your Utah Tech degree.
Dixie Tech/Utah Tech
General Technology - Business Emphasis
Complete a 30-credit Dixie Tech certificate to fulfill technical specialty in the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in General Technology – Business emphasis degree at Utah Tech (30 credits)
Dixie Tech certificates would include Drafting and Design, Medical Assistant, Automotive Technology, Collision Repair Technology, Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Technology, Machining Technology and Welding Technology; Pharmacy Technician certificate also included (*see different awards credits – 17 credits)
UT degree path: AAS in General Technology – Business emphasis
Culinary Arts/Hotel and Resort Operations
Complete Dixie Tech Culinary Arts Certificate and receive 30-credit technical specialty toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Hotel and Resort Operations at Utah Tech
UT degree path: AAS in Hotel and Resort Operations
EMT/AEMT
Biotechnology
BTEC 1010 (3 credits)
BTEC 2010 (2 credits)
BTEC 2020 (2 credits)
+ 23 credits of elective = 30 credit maximum
With a Biotechnology certificate from Dixie Tech, students receive the above one-to-one course equivalencies and the rest as elective credit up to 30 credits total
LPN to RN (AASN)
Complete the LPN certificate at Dixie Tech, earning 20 credits, which meets one of the prerequisite criteria to apply for the AASN degree program at Utah Tech.
Design
| UT Course | TEDG Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DES 1100 & DES 1300 & DES 2300 | TEDG 1011 & TEDG 1111 & TEDG 1210 & TEDG 1500 | 9 |
| DES 2710 | TEDG 1310 | 3 |
| IXD 1300 | TEDG 1230 | 3 |
Information Technology
| UT Course | TEIT Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IT 1100 | TEIT 1300 | 3 |
| IT 1200 | TEIT 1200 & TEIT 1210 | 3 |
| IT 1500 | TEIT 1405 | 1 |
| IT 2400 | TEIT 1100 & TEIT 1170 | 3 |
| IT 2700 | TEIT 2205 | 3 |
Software Development
| UT Course | TESD Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SE 1400 | TESD 1100 | 3 |
| CS 1400 | TESD 1400 | 3 |
| CS 2450 | TESD 1800 | 3 |
| IT 2300 | TESD 1500 | 3 |
Davis Tech/Utah Tech
General Technology - Business Emphasis
Complete a 30-credit Davis Tech certificate to fulfill technical specialty in the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in General Technology – Business emphasis degree at Utah Tech (30 credits)
Davis Tech certificates would include Drafting and Design, Automation Technology, Business, Cosmetology, Dental Assisting, Diesel Technology, Hair Designer, Medical Assistant, Medical Coding and Billing and Surgical Technology; Pharmacy Technician certificate also included (*see different awards credits – 17 credits)
UT degree path: AAS in General Technology – Business emphasis
Culinary Arts/Hotel and Resort Operations
Complete Davis Tech Culinary Arts Certificate and receive 30-credit technical specialty toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Hotel and Resort Operations at Utah Tech
UT degree path: AAS in Hotel and Resort Operations
LPN to RN (AASN)
Complete the LPN certificate at Davis Tech, earning 20 credits, which meets one of the prerequisite criteria to apply for the AASN degree program at Utah Tech.
Design
| UT Course | TEWG Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DES 1100 | TEWG 1020 & TEWG 1030 & TEWG 1110 | 3 |
| DES 2710 | TEWG 1100 | 3 |
| IXD 1200 | TEWG 1060 | 3 |
| IXD 1300 | TEWG 1040 & TEWG 1050 | 3 |
Information Technology/Networking & Cybersecurity
| UT Course | TEIT Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IT 1100 | TEIT 1300 | 3 |
| IT 1200 | TEIT 1200 & TEIT 1210 | 3 |
| IT 1500 | TEIT 1400 | 1 |
| IT 2400 | TEIT 1100 & TEIT 1170 | 3 |
Software Development
| UT Course | TESD Prefix | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CS 1400 | TESD 1400 | 3 |
| CS 2450 | TESD 1800 | 3 |
| SE 1400 | TESD 1100 | 3 |
| IT 2300 | TESD 1500 | 3 |
Software Development (Bridgerland, Davis, Ogden-Weber, Southwest, Tooele, Dixie)
| Technical College Course | Utah Tech Course |
|---|---|
| USHE Foundational Courses (all programs) | |
| TESD 1100 | SE 1400 |
| TESD 1400 | CS 1400 |
| TESD 1800 | CS 2450 |
| TESD 1500 | IT 2300 |
| Bridgerland Elective Courses | |
| TESD 1000 & TESD 1010 & TESD 1900 | SE 3200 |
| Southwest Elective Courses | |
| TESD 1600 & TESD 1610 | SE 3010 |
| Tooele Elective Courses | |
| TESD 2120 | IT 1500 |
IT and/or Networking and Cybersecurity (Bridgerland, Davis, Dixie, Ogden-Weber, Southwest, Tooele, Uintah Basin)
| Technical College Course | Utah Tech Course |
|---|---|
| USHE Foundational Courses (all programs) | |
| TEIT 1100 & TEIT 1170 | IT 2400 |
| TEIT 1200 & TEIT 1210 | IT 1200 |
| TEIT 1300 | IT 1100 |
| Bridgerland Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 1400 | IT 1500 |
| TEIT 2200 | IT 2700 |
| TEDA 1030 | CS 1400 |
| Dixie Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 1405 | IT 1500 |
| TEIT 2205 | IT 2700 |
| Davis Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 1400 | IT 1500 |
| Ogden-Weber Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 1400 | IT 1500 |
| TEIT 1660 or TEIT 1670 | IT 3150 |
| TEIT 2200 | IT 2700 |
| TEIT 2250 | IT 4510 |
| TEIT 2270 | IT 3700 |
| TEIT 2300 | IT 3100 |
| Southwest Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 2200 | IT 2700 |
| Tooele Elective Courses | |
| TEIT 2200 | IT 2700 |
| TEIT 2250 | IT 4510 |
| TEIT 2270 | IT 3700 |
| TEIT 2300 | IT 3100 |
Questions?
Katie Armstrong
Director of College Advisement
Email: katie.armstrong@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-652-7975
Mattea Denney
Assistant Director of Admissions Recruitment and Transfer/Adult Student Coordinator
Email: mattea.denney@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-879-4774