Transfer Credit

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)

General Information on PLAR

Do you have significant learning at a post-secondary level from work, training, and other experiences? You may be eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) if you have attained significant learning at a post-secondary level from work, training, and other experiences outside the formal post-secondary education system.

To be considered eligible for PLAR:

  1. Refer to your course outlines for information on PLAR availability.
  2. Submit a PLAR request form to transfercredit@vcc.ca.

Important Information

  • Credits received though PLAR in combination with Transfer Credit will not exceed a maximum of 65% of a program.
  • If you are an International Student, please refer to the PLAR page for International Students.
  • PLAR assessment fees are non-refundable.
  • Awarding of PLAR does not affect a student's cumulative (CGPA) or term (TGPA) GPAs. The CGPA and TGPA are based solely on course work completed at VCC.
  • Request for PLAR forms must be received a minimum 2 weeks prior to the start of the program.