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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
NorQuest College supports the recognition of your current skills, competencies, and knowledge. Your experience gained through study, work, and life experiences can earn college credits.
When to request an assessment
Prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) will give you college credits toward a ministry-approved program. You must show prior learning that relates to the learning outcomes of the course(s). You can request an assessment once admitted or waitlisted at NorQuest College. Assessments can take up to 12 weeks.
Steps for requesting PLAR:
Be admitted to or waitlisted for your program.
We will consider PLAR once admitted or waitlisted for your program. Your program must be eligible for a credential. We will add PLAR credit to your student record once you are active in your program.
Research your program’s courses.
Find your program under
Programs and Courses
. Review the descriptions on the course listings page. Compare your study, work, and/or life experiences to these descriptions.
Discuss PLAR options with your program chair.
Set up a time to meet with your program chair to discuss which course(s) you would like to request an assessment for. Collect proof of past experience that relates to specific course(s). Your program chair will provide information on the types of prior learning assessment. They will also determine eligibility.
Request your assessment and pay fees.
Email
PLAR@norquest.ca
to request your assessment. In your email, include:
the course(s),
your program, and
the name of the program chair you discussed your options with.
The cost for an assessment is 50% tuition plus a $25 PLAR administrative fee for each course. PLAR charges are due at the time of the request and are non-refundable. Any outstanding amount is subject to financial penalty.
NorQuest assesses
tuition fees
on a per-credit basis. Your program determines this rate.
Complete your assessment.
Your program chair will assess prior learning and grant or deny credit. We will email your assessment decision to your MyMail account. You will receive a grade of “PL” on your NorQuest transcript.
Submit your PLAR request before the drop deadline for your course. We will drop you without academic or financial penalty if PLAR is awarded. This may affect your full-time status in your program.
Other important information
Method of assessment
Method of assessment will vary based on the course for which PLAR is being requested. The assessment will ensure you meet learning outcomes for the course. Assessments may include, but are not limited to:
portfolio assessment
examination and/or assignment
skills or lab assessment
Your program chair will provide your specific assessment information.
Residency rule
You must meet NorQuest College’s residency rule of 50% of the program’s credit load. This is the least number of credits you must complete at NorQuest to graduate.
Previous attempts to complete course
You cannot receive PLAR credit for courses you have failed at NorQuest College. Your program chair may approve exceptions where appropriate.