beginner help: tesc, clep

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Hello everyone, my name is Johnnie, I'm from boston.
I got laid off a while ago. So I decided now is the best time to go back to finish up my degree.

Anyways, I decided TESC is the school I'm going to go to.

What are the steps I should take?
Should I apply with my transcript and see what classes will count to my liberal arts degree?

Do you recommend taking clep exams before or after I am officially enrolled.

Do they charge for taking clep credits?

I apologize if these questions have been asked a hundred times before.
I am just super anxious to get the ball rolling. Any additional info would be very much appreciated.
Thank you, Johnnie.