RPL Foundation (40 hours)

Acquire the fundamental knowledge and skill to effectively implement RPL. Learn about basic principles of RPL; how to develop learning outcomes, sound assessment practices, the portfolio and other methods of assessment; the role of the Advisor, Assessor and Facilitator; and how to put RPL into context for development of a credible system.

RPL Practitioner (Advanced) (60 hours)

Learn about adult learner focused organizations, innovation and quality in RPL, and how RPL supports adult learning and encourages organizational change. Explore the roles of the Advisor, Assessor, and Facilitator and the processes and practices to maintain quality in RPL systems.

RPL Special Issues (50 hours)

Learn about the key issues in RPL practice and new innovative practices and trends in the RPL field. Gain experience with the development of project management skills, exploration of current research, implementation of RPL professional development, and qualification recognition. Explore additional related topics in the RPL field.

Train the Trainer: Portfolio (30 hours)

Learn about the development of a professional portfolio and the strategies for group facilitation of the portfolio development process. Learners will develop their own portfolios and learn key strategies to facilitate professional portfolio development with learners and clients.

RPL Independent Study (40 hours)

This course credit may be completed through the successful completion of relevant courses, workshops, seminars or other professional education related to RPL. Learners may choose a subject in their field of practice or interest, or may transfer in an approved credit from another post-secondary institution.

RPL Practicum (80 hours)

Gain hands-on experience through the 80-hour practicum.

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RPL Capstone (80 hours)

Demonstrate learning from work and life experience (i.e., mini- mum 2000 hours/2+ years) in the RPL field through a Capstone project or complete a RPL process to prove prior learning for the Practicum/Capstone Project component of the Certificate.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATE 2015-2016

For more information, please call 204.632.2065 or e-mail dblower@rrc.ca

To register, please call 1.866.242.7073 or visit rrc.ca/plp

RPL Foundation CourseFall 2015 (D)Summer Institute (one week – June 2016) (C)

Train the Trainer: PortfolioFall 2015 (D)

RPL Practitioner (Advanced)Winter 2016 (D)

RPL Special IssuesSpring 2016 (D)

RPL Practicum/Capstone ProjectSpecific dates to be confirmed as required

Upcoming Courses 2015-16 (Classroom delivery = C, Distance delivery = D)

NOTEA Manitoba Prior Learning Assessment Network (MPLAN) Student Award is awarded each year to assist with course tuition. Check details and applications at mbplar.ca

Gain Advanced Learning In RPL Systems And Practices

The RPL Practitioner Certificate (300 hours) includes six courses:

ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED RPL PRACTITIONER? Check out the RPL processes in the RPL Practitioner Certificate courses, prove your prior learning and get the credit recognition you deserve. rrc.ca/plp

The RPL Practitioner Certificate focuses on the critical roles of advising, assessing and

facilitating/administering systems for implementation of quality RPL practices. This program

is designed for organizations and institutions implementing quality RPL practices in fields

such as adult learning, qualification recognition, human resources and career/employment

counseling.

RPL RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING AT RED RIVER COLLEGE

2015-2016 Check out 13 FAQs and answers in the RPL Quick Reference Guide on AIR.

Interested in general RPL information for College programs or courses? Please visit rrc.ca/rpl

Interested in RPL resource information, research, tools and training? Please visit air.rrc.ca/RPL

Interested in RPL Practitioner courses?

Please visit rrc.ca/plp (See reverse)

For more information, contact the RPL Services team:

RPL PRACTICES AT RED RIVER COLLEGERecognition of Prior Learning (RPL) involves the identification,

documentation, assessment and recognition of formal study and informal

learning gained through work and life experience. RRC evaluates and

grants credit for qualifying previous formal, informal and non formal

learning that is equivalent to College courses or programs.

This year’s RPL Annual Report (2015) is available on the RRC Anytime/

Anywhere Instructor Resource (AIR) site (air.rrc.ca/rpl). This report

provides annual RPL statistics, learner successes and details on the three

key RPL functions (advising, assessing and administering RPL systems)

critical for quality RPL practice.

In the past 5 years, 5,125 RPL course assessments have been conducted

for 3,100 learners. Assessments included: challenge processes such

as projects, exams, assignments; skill demonstrations; portfolios; and

assessment of courses from workplaces and other organizations. In

addition, over 6,650 credit transfers have been awarded for previous

formal learning.

In 2013-14: 1,148 RPL course assessments were conducted for 551 learners.

The success rate in RPL leading to credit recognition was high, at 96%. In

addition, 1,300 course credit transfers for formal learning were awarded.

The total number of learners accessing any type of RPL process, (including

transfer of credit), was 1,089 during the past year. Over 50% of these

learners received course credit for proven informal and non formal

learning gained through work and life experiences, including courses

completed through business, industry and other organizations.

In 2013-14, 64 RRC programs (full and part-time) conducted RPL

assessments. Top programs for RPL included: Civil Engineering Technology

Bridging Program, Early Childhood Education, Disability & Community

Support, Dental Assisting and Project Management.

Over 210 RPL assessments were completed for practicum, clinical, field

placements and co-op work experience courses in a wide variety of

programs. Learners were very successful in demonstrating their skills and

abilities for these courses.

Each year new RPL practices are introduced in College programs. In 2013-

14, a few programs incorporated RPL and the opportunity for learners to

fill gap learning via a short course, workshop/seminar, learning project etc.

In 2013-14, the RPL Academic Advisor in Enrolment Services provided

information, advising and orientations for 1,133 individuals, with 475

individuals receiving assistance to develop action plans, complete self-

assessments and prepare for assessments. Over 370 were individuals with

international credentials. Many more individuals received RPL advising

through program RPL advisors and faculty.

Socrates is an online RPL self-assessment and initial advising tool for

learners. They are able to explore previous learning by self-assessing

online to the course outcomes, connecting with an RPL advisor and

accessing RPL resources that assist with proving prior learning. Currently

Socrates is available in 10+ programs with new ones added each year.

RRC designates RPL “available” courses on the College’s website. An

RPL flag/icon RPL designates the courses in all College programs

which have RPL processes and assessments available. This RPL flag/

icon provides transparency for learners, faculty and staff and assists with

the quality RPL system implementation set out in the A14 RPL Policies

and Procedures. Detailed RPL information is available for learners on the

website rrc.ca/rpl

The RPL Strategic and Operational Plan (2012-2017) outlines the vision,

goals and outcomes for quality RPL practice. The RPL Annual Report

(2015) provides details on accomplishments related to 6 RPL Strategic

Plan goals: Communication, Quality in RPL, Staff Development, Systems

Coordination, RPL Resources and Costs, Partnerships. air.rrc.ca/rpl

RPL Learner Resource Guides and other resources for learners continue

to be developed. To date, there are over 140 RPL Resource Guides listed in

an inventory on RRC’s Portal website. These are appropriate for use in 350

courses in over 100 full-time and part-time programs.

RPL Services provides an annual RPL Symposium and monthly RPL@Noon

sessions throughout the year to share RPL practices, policies and current

projects/initiatives. The RPL Quick Reference Guide and 4 RPL Resource

videos cover key information on practices, policies and resources for

faculty and staff air.rrc.ca/rpl.

RRC’s School of Continuing Education offers the RPL Practitioner

Certificate program for advanced learning in RPL systems and practices

rrc.ca/plp. RRC is a national leader in providing training courses and

professional development for RPL advisors, assessors and facilitators.

To date, 745 practitioners from Manitoba, Canada and other countries

have completed the introductory RPL Foundation course. In the past

2 years, learners from Manitoba, British Columbia, Ontario, North West

Territories and Prince Edward Island completed courses in the RPL

Practitioner Certificate.

The RPL section on the Anytime/Anywhere Instructor Resource site is the

“go to” resource site for faculty and staff. The RPL Strategic Plan, along

with research studies, Annual Reports, resources, policies, procedures &

processes are all on AIR air.rrc.ca/rpl

Check out the RPL Annual Report 2015 on AIR air.rrc.ca/rpl

Deb Blower RPL Facilitator 204.632.2065 dblower@rrc.ca

Lauren Waples RPL Advisor 204.632.3094 lwaples@rrc.ca

Kristi Dorian RPL Assistant 204.632.2015 kdorian@rrc.ca

QUALITY IN RPL SYSTEMS, RESOURCES & RPL TRAINING