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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) for Mature Students
Blossom Park
391 Blossom Park Rd
Woodstock, ON
N4S 7J3
391 Blossom Park Rd
Woodstock, ON
N4S 7J3
519-537-0109
Fax: 519-537-0135
Morning, afternoon, evening classes
Sep-Jul
Last updated: Nov 1, 2023: Suggest an edit
Application
Assessment required * call for an appointment
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Open to adults 18 and over, EI recipients and displaced workers, persons re-entering the work force and resuming their education
Fees
Set fee * tuition free for Canadian Citizens and Landed Immigrant adults (excluding PSW course) * activity fee for some courses including PSW course
Languages
English
Language Note
Interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served
Oxford
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services:
Formal evaluation and credit-granting process allows students 18 years and older to obtain credits through prior learning
Prior learning includes the knowledge and skills that adults have acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside the secondary school (for example, work, training, volunteering) * up to 26 of the 30 credits required for a high school diploma can be granted
Upgrading classes assist with:
Prior learning includes the knowledge and skills that adults have acquired, in both formal and informal ways, outside the secondary school (for example, work, training, volunteering) * up to 26 of the 30 credits required for a high school diploma can be granted
Upgrading classes assist with:
- getting back on track to completing grade 12 diploma
- preparing for the GED test
- learning new computer skills
- upgrading for the PSW (Personal Support Worker) course
- learning about financial literacy
- getting ready for a job or a job promotion
- improving employability skills building confidence
About Us
Improving Student Learning
Last updated: Nov 1, 2023: Suggest an edit