### Question
How is the "academic credit" defined?


### Answer
The term **academic credit** is defined in *29 U.S.C. § 1503* as follows -

> credit for education, training, or work experience applicable toward a secondary school diploma, a postsecondary degree, or an accredited certificate of completion, consistent with applicable State law and regulation and the requirements of an accredited educational agency or institution in a State

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1503*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 19-JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP**

