A study examined the feasibility and implications of awarding credit for traditional extramural studies courses throughout the United Kingdom (Credit Frameworks and Learning Outcomes Programme). The project's objectives were as follows: assess demand for and acceptability of credit among existing and potential students; test new forms of certification for learners in the liberal adult education tradition; develop and introduce employment-related credits for mature, work-based individuals as part of a certificate course; and contribute evidence and ideas to the United Kingdom's developing national credit frameworks and support the employment department's strategic research thereon. Among the study's key conclusions were the following: (1) broadening student constituencies in continuing education have necessitated a more adaptive and responsive credit system; (2) a learning outcomes approach and adoption of clear student assessment criteria will permit recognition of the fullest range of achievement for adult learners; (3) continuing education providers need to offer credit for appropriate learning whether it occurs at home, work, or college; (4) the award of credit is the start of a quality assurance cycle that includes moderation while allowing tutors a high degree of autonomy; and (5) collaborative networking of continuing education provision with other agencies is vital to gain progression and transfer opportunities for students. (Contains 24 references.) (MN)