Advising

Advising for Recognition of Prior Learning

Overview

At RRC Polytech, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) processes evaluate and grant credit for prior learning that is equivalent to RRC Polytech courses/programs. This learning is applied to the requirements of your program.

The RPL process identifies, assesses, and recognizes formal learning, non-formal, and informal learning gained through work and life experience.

  • Formal Learning is Transfer Credit
  • Informal learning is learning gained from work and life experiences.
  • Non-formal learning is learning offered by an industry, sector, professional training or company.

Should you apply for RPL?

Do you have significant prior learning gained through education, work, life, military training, personal study, etc. that may be equivalent to RRC Polytech courses or programs? If your learning is current, relevant, and applicable to the RRC Polytech program you are enrolled in, RPL may be an option to consider.

RPL may:

  • Eliminate duplication of learning
  • Reduce costs
  • Shorten time to complete a program
  • Increase self-esteem and confidence
  • Validate prior learning from work and life experiences
  • Encourage continuing in formal education
  • Increase access and completion of RRC Polytech programs

For more information contact the RPL Advisor or attend an RPL Orientation Session.

Accessing RPL 

The first step in the RPL process is to connect with the RPL Advisor or attend an RPL Orientation Session to learn more about transfer credit and/or applying for an RPL Assessment. 

To formally participate in an RPL Assessment process, you must submit the RPL Assessment Application and pay the required fee.

See RPL Forms and Fees section for more information on RPL Fees and to access the RPL Assessment Application.

Attend an RPL Orientation Session

The RPL Orientation Session will introduce you to the concept of RPL. RPL Orientation Sessions are held monthly, online and in person, from September to June. During the RPL Orientation, you are encouraged to ask questions and see if your prior learning is a good fit for your course or program. 

For more information and to self-register for an upcoming session visit: RPL Orientation Sessions

Health Care Aid Equivalency for Employment

To request a Health Care Aide Equivalency Assessment for employment purposes in Manitoba, complete and submit the Health Care Aide Equivalency Application.

RPL Assessment Methods

RPL Assessment processes measure prior non-formal and informal learning through a variety of assessment methods, depending upon and related to the specific course requirements and learning outcomes.

RPL Assessment methods vary, and you may be required to complete an assignment, project, interview, employer verification, exam, evidence collection, practical examination, skill demonstration, or other.

RRC Polytech uses several different RPL approaches to assess prior learning including:

Frequently Asked Questions

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.