Admission process

Adult learners are not required to be registered in a program before applying to gain course credit through PLAR. There is an open admission policy, but all applicants must:

• be 18 years of age on or before the start of the school year
  
• fill out a PLAR application
  
• complete a career investigation report
  
• pay application fee (new students only)
  
• meet with the PLAR coordinator
  

Then learners will complete:

• a structured interview with the PLAR coordinator
  
• an education plan
  
• identification of courses and method of PLAR assessment
  
• payment based on credits
  

Assessment methods

Learners may use many methods of assessment, including but not limited to:

• portfolio
  
• case study
  
• skill demonstration
  
• challenge exams
  
• standardized tests
  
• submission of other materials that document experiential learning
  

Adult learners must demonstrate that the course learning outcomes are met to receive course and/or program credit. After the assessment, learners will undergo a structured interview with a Subject Matter Expert and/or PLAR evaluation committee. Results of assessment will be made available to learners within ten business days from final assessment interview. For detailed policies and procedures, please make an appointment with the PLAR Coordinator.