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Experienced WorkersDenyce Diakun, M.Ed
Recognition of Prior Learning
Algonquin has a commitment to embracing an increasingly diverse student population and reducing barriers to college education
A key pillar in this foundation is recognizing learner’s prior experiential learning
Algonquin assigned personnel to champion the RPL PROCESS
What we know
RPL motivates people to return to formal education and training
RPL improves learner confidence, self esteem and motivation to learn
What we know
The levels of participation in RPL are not as great as one would have anticipated
People seeking higher levels of qualifications participate in RPL as opposed to people who have faced barriers in their formal education
Providing service for:
newcomers just arrivingthose out of work for the first time in a long
timeyoung adults out of workthose in mid-life malaise those wishing to re-enter the workforce
Intake and Referral SystemEstablished an enhanced, client-centric intake referral
processProvide single point of contact and follow-up for
candidatesGather information prior to enrolment
Provide support in identifying goals and utilizing existing College services to enable the client to achieve themMaintain liaison with client to build longer term
relationship and retention support
The Approach:Self Understanding; interests, abilities, work
values, and personality characteristics Empowerment; to overcome any personal
sense of powerlessnessUnderstanding the environment (Who needs
people like you?)Aristotle said “Where your talents and the world’s needs
meet – there lies your vocation.”
The Approach;
Understand the role of RPL in their career development
Develop benchmarks that allow the candidate to succeed
Assessment processes are valid for what is being assessed and fair for who is being assessed
Assessment Process
Assessment processes are valid for what is being assessed and fair for who is being assessed
Encouraged to recognize their strengths and capitalize on transferable skills
Future DirectionGet unstuckRealize untapped potential Increase the chances of getting a new position
that aligns with strengths and valuesProvide tools for managing and developing
oneselfProvide a fresh approach essential for
navigating the rest of one’s life
Essential Skills for Today’s Economy
Career development is the responsibility of the individual
Need to develop and manage oneself on a continual basis
Learning is continual and formal
Future Directions
"Knowledge workers are likely to outlive their employing organization. Their average working life is likely to be fifty years.” Drucker