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Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning
Winnipeg Technical College believes that significant learning takes place outside our institution and that this learning can and should be assessed and recognized. Recognizing previously acquired knowledge and skills increases learner confidence and educational efficiency and is consistent with good adult education practice.
A learner may earn up to 75% credit in a program when credit for prior learning, including transfer of credit, is awarded. If warranted, additional credits (that is, more than 75% of the program) may be granted by the appropriate instructor in consultation with the Registrar, the Vice-President, Academic, and the Recognition of Prior Learning Coordinator. Tuition fees are based on training provided.
Prior learning at Winnipeg Technical College can be recognized in the following ways:
1. External Transfer of Credit
A learner may transfer credit for courses successfully completed at other recognized institutions. The learner must supply the following to assist in the evaluation:
If Winnipeg Technical College is not familiar with the programs or courses delivered at another institution and the learner cannot provide the above documentation, then the learner may have their prior learning assessed through the Prior Learning Assessment option described below.
Credit transfer fees are $35.00 per course to a maximum of $250.00.
2. Internal Transfer of Credit
Students transferring between programs at the College will have outcomes evaluated by the receiving program. A course classification of CT will be used to indicate Credit Transfer.
No fee will be assessed for an internal transfer of credit.
3. Prior Learning Assessment
Candidates may apply for credit for appropriate learning that they have acquired through experience. Candidates who have an appropriate level of knowledge and skills that are similar to competencies offered by the College may apply for an assessment of their prior learning.
Candidates may provide evidence of their learning through a variety of methods including demonstrations, a portfolio, assignments, interviews, or the challenge for credit option.
4. Challenge for Credit
Credits may be awarded for prior education and/or experiential learning when candidates successfully pass appropriate comprehensive examinations.
Gap Training
A candidate may need to fill in the gaps if they have only part of the learning required for a particular course or program. Required gap training and related costs will be determined in consultation with the appropriate instructor, the Recognition of Prior Learning Coordinator, the Registrar, and the candidate.
Appeals
Appeals regarding the assessment of a candidate’s learning can be made through the College’s regular appeal process with the exception that the initial meeting for the appeal take place with the Recognition of Prior Learning Coordinator.
Fees
A $250.00 non-refundable fee for Recognition of Prior Learning (including Challenge for Credit) is based on services performed in the process and not on the amount of credit awarded. Fees are non-transferable.
For more information, please contact the Recognition of Prior Learning Coordinator at (204) 989-6575.