Credit

The value given to a course. May be related to the number of hours of instruction. It can also be referred to as 'unit'. The majority of academic courses are worth three credits. Many degrees require 120 credits.

Transfer Credit

Consists of the granting of credit (transfer credit) toward a credential by one institution, for programs or courses completed at another.

Non-credit course

A course taken for learning value. A grade may be assigned, but the course is not usually applicable to a credential.