Personalized, Accelerated, Competency-Based Education
PACE+ Competency-Based Education
Personalized, Accelerated, Competency-Based Education
Coastline College’s PACE+ program is a direct assessment, competency-based program that allows students to leverage their personal and professional experience to earn their credential faster. This fully online program allows students to work on their own schedule, at their own pace, while being fully supported by faculty and staff at Coastline.
Advantages & Benefits of PACE+
- Break free of rigid, traditional semester schedules.
- Start anytime—12 starts per year (14-week terms).
- Make rapid progress in your career and education.
- Leverage your experience to accelerate learning.
- Study fully online with cutting-edge virtual reality components.
- Complete at your own pace, on your schedule, and on your terms.
- Take exams when you’re ready and when it’s convenient for you.
- Enjoy dedicated counseling, faculty support, and student services when you need them.
What makes PACE+ different from traditional semester programs?
| PACE+ | Traditional | |
|---|---|---|
| Start Dates | 12 start times/year | 2 semesters/year |
| Duration | 14 weeks | 4 months |
| Location | Fully Online | On-campus |
| Textbooks | Free | You pay |
| Scheduling | Learn when you want | Follow predetermined schedule |
| Counseling | Dedicated counselor provides support | Availability varies depending on campus |
| Take Exams | When you’re ready | When the instructor determines |
| Prior Knowledge | Test out of subjects you have already mastered | Curriculum is one-size-fits-all even if you already know the material |
Is PACE+ right for me?
Coastline's Pace+ program is perfect for students who are:
- Eager to learn
- Disciplined
- Independent
- Organized
- Self-motivated
- Tech savvy
How does PACE+ Work?
- Complete activities to guide your studies.
- When you're ready, prove your knowledge by submitting final projects or exams with a 90% grade or higher.
- Advance to the next class when you're ready!
Frequently Asked Questions
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What programs are offered?
Coastline currently offers the following PACE+ programs:
- AS in Management (enrollment begins Dec. 2024 and the program begins Feb. 2025)
- Certified Dietary Manager Certification Program (starts 2025)
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Can I use financial aid?
Yes! Financial aid can be used for PACE+. Apply for financial aid by filling out the FAFSA or visiting our Financial Aid office for more information.
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How do I apply for PACE+?
Please fill out a PACE+ Interest Form to learn more.
*Coming soon.
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When does each term start?
Please fill out a PACE+ Interest Form to learn more.
*Coming soon.
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When are applications due?
Please fill out a PACE+ Interest Form to learn more.
*Coming soon.
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What is the cost?
Instead of paying for each course during a semester, PACE+ students pay one, low fee for a 14-week term that allows them to move as quickly as they like.