In Manitoba, PLAR is being successfully applied to benefit individuals and change how organizations serve a variety of learners. This section features stories of individuals who have benefited from PLAR and overviews of how organizations are applying PLAR.

Tom        Susan         Tyler         Erin         John         Nasir        Eric

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Brandon University          Urban Circle         University of Winnipeg

Nasir / Employment Connections

Motivated through an employment-focused prior learning assessment and recognition advisory process at Employment Connections, a recent immigrant woman has opened many doors that are helping her adjust and prepare for a successful life in Canada.

Nasir arrived at a Winnipeg employment centre frustrated because she did now know how to get a job. Nasir didn’t think she knew much of anything and didn’t believe she had many skills. She also knew her limited English was holding her back.

During the PLAR process, Nasir has worked on having her secondary and post-secondary education accredited, developed a resume that highlights her skills and work experience and sought out and attends English as a Second Language training at a local church. She is auditing a science course at the University of Manitoba in preparation for her eventual return to master-level studies. As well, she volunteers regularly at a local hospital to assist her in gaining and documenting employment-related skills and experience.