Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition: The Manitoba Government's Commitment to Making it Work

Abstract:

In November 2001, the provincial government announced its policy framework for the implementation of PLAR in three cornerstone service areas; post-secondary, advisory services and industry.

This presentation will describe the government's commitment to PLAR as part of its training strategy for Manitobans. The reason for PLAR's importance (labour shortages and equitable access to opportunities) and examples of how the system is working will be discussed.

Presenters:

Sandi Howell
Lois Morin

Sandi Howell is the Coordinator of Workplace Education and Industry Prior Learning Assessment for Industry Training Partnerships, Manitoba Education, Training and Youth. Sandi has a background in the development of workplace curricula and implentation of workplace training.

Lois Morin, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Coordinator for Adult Learning and Literacy, Manitoba Education, Training and Youth is responsible for training Adult Learning Centre practitioners to be able to provide PLAR services to adult learners in the community. Lois also serves as the unit's liaison with Industry Training Partnerships and supports initiative linking adult learners with the world of work.

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