Recognizing Prior Learning

Beyond Manitoba

Standards drive credibility for validating non‑formal and informal learning

Academic credentials are often automatically included in job requirements because they are seen as minimum standards for skills and knowledge.

But current practice in Europe is placing increasing emphasis on recognizing learning in the workplace because that is where the rubber hits the road in terms of effectiveness.

John Konrad has been tracking these issues for several years as a vocational instructor and an internationally recognized researcher.

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About Workplace Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition: WPLAR

WPLAR is business, labour and government partnering to oversee workplace PLAR activities in Manitoba. The WPLAR Committee was established by Manitoba Education, Training & Youth and its Industry Training Partnerships Branch in 2001.WPLAR is responsible for implementing and marketing Manitoba's approach to industry-based PLAR.Industry-based PLAR, post-secondary PLAR and community-based PLAR advisory services are the three cornerstones of the Manitoba government's commitment to PLAR.

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