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Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of prior learning leading to advanced standing in any subject must be applied for at the time of enrolment into a College Award. [Non award students are not eligible]

Considerations for recognition of prior learning can include:

• prior tertiary learning

• professional experience

• relevant informal life experience 

Applications for recognition of prior learning need only be considered if:

• they are in writing  

• they are supported by documentary evidence where required 

• they are from students enrolling in a COSS Award 

• they are signed by the applicant. 

they provide registered study hours completed 

Applications procedure for recognition of prior learning

• The application will be tabled to the College Management Committee who will review the information submitted.

• The committee will advise the applicant in writing of their decision as soon as possible

• The College’s decision to grant advanced standing will be governed by standards protecting the   integrity of the final College award.

• The applicant may be required to sit a closed book examination set by the College in the   subject[s] applied for under normal supervised conditions. The student must demonstrate they are competent in the chosen unit.

• Half of the competencies for the Advanced Diploma must be undertaken through the College of  Somatic Studies