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PLAR
Prior Learning
Assessment & Recognition
SWRK 3152
PLAR
• Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition refers to a process
of recognizing learning as a result of formal and informal study,
in a variety of settings and through a diversity of experiences.
• PLAR provides a mechanism for identifying, documenting and
evaluating learning, thereby acknowledging and giving credit to
students for what they already know.
• Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition does not provide
credit for experience but does provide credit for demonstrated
learning.
Who can apply?
•
A student who been admitted into the
Bachelor of Social Work program, who has
two (2) or more years of previous social work
employment experience in the past 5 years
may apply to register for the Prior Learning
Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) course
(SWRK 3152) in lieu of his or her first field
placement (SWRK 3150)
SWRK 3152 is a 12 credit course
• Successful PLAR applicants are able to
register for SWRK 3152 in lieu of SWRK
3150
What are the Pre-requisites?
• Students are expected to meet all of the Faculty’s
requirements with respect to co-requisite, pre-requisite
and voluntary withdrawal procedures. Upon registering
for SWRK 3152 (12 credit hours), a student must also
register for the co-requisite course, SWRK 4200 (6 credit
hours). Students are expected to have a Social Work
(Subject) Grade Point Average of 2.50 or higher, and to
have successfully completed all four foundation courses
prior to registering in SWRK 3152. Pre-requisite courses
to SWRK 3152 include SWRK1310, SWRK 2080, SWRK
2090, SWRK 3140.
How do I Apply?
• If you are interested in applying for the
PLAR course, the following must be
submitted in full
DUE date is DEC 1st for the following Sept TERM
1. A letter of intent in request of
consideration to take the PLAR course
including reasons for request;
2. An updated resume that includes work
roles and responsibilities
3. Paid Work History Form and Unpaid
Work History Form, if applicable. Please
note that in order to apply to take the
PLAR course a minimum of 3,500 hours
is required within the past 5 years, of
which 500 hours may include unpaid or
volunteer work.
4. Written work related references from 3
individuals who can comment on your
skills (including at least one individual
who has supervised you directly) in the
past 5 years. Please note that 2 of the 3
references confirming social work-related
experience must possess a B.S.W.
R.S.W, or M.S.W.
Where do I find all of the documents that I need to
fill out?
• You will find all of the information that
you need on line. Please see the PLAR
handbook available
at:http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/social_w
ork/future/564.html
• Or contact the Field Coordinator for
your program.
What is the Deadline for applications?
• The PLAR Application, including all
required documentation, is due
December 1st for all students applying
for course commencement effective
September of the following year. It is
important to note that LATE
applications will NOT be accepted
How many times is SWRK 3152 PLAR offered?
• This opportunity is only offered once a
year in the fall term. Sept - April
Who do I send the application form to?
• Completed PLAR packages are to be
submitted to the Chairperson, PLAR
Applications Committee, Faculty of Social
Work, 521 Tier Building, University of
Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2 or
by email to [email protected].
•
(if you attend the Northern program or the program at St Boniface please send
your application to your Field Coordinator.)
How long will I have to wait before I am notified if I
am eligible to register for the course?
• A decision regarding eligibility to
register in SWRK 3152 will be provided
to the applicant in writing within 8-10
weeks of receipt of the application.
Applications will only be considered if all
required documentation has been
received on or before the due date, as
established.
How much will the course cost?
• The course cost will be the same as the
cost of a Field Placement (12 credit
hours).
Where will I find the course Syllabus?
• You will find the course syllabus in the
PLAR handbook, this is available on line
• http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/social_wor
k/future/564.html
Are there assignments that must be completed for
this course?
• SWRK 3152 is a pass/fail course, consistent
with SWRK 3150 or first field placement. The
course consists of seven assignments which
relate to key personal and professional
attributes, as evaluated in a SWRK 3150 field
placement. The specific requirements of the
assignments are detailed in the course
package and include the following:
Assignment’s and due dates:
Assignment
Professional Values and the CASW Code of Ethics
Due Date
Marks
September 19
/10
Linking Theory and Practice
October 10
/10
Self-Awareness and Personal Reflection
October 31
/10
Effective Engagement and Communication
November 21
/10
Advocacy and Social Justice
December 12
/10
Recorded Video and Critique
February 13
/25
Case Study – Assessment
April 2
/25
Do I have to register for a Field Focus course while I
am completing the SWRK 3152 course?
• Yes all students MUST register for and
successfully complete a SWRK 4200
Field/Focus of Social Work Practice
course while completing the SWRK
3152 PLAR course.
What happens if I am not eligible to register for
PLAR SWRK 3152?
•If a student is deemed ineligible to take the
PLAR course, he/she can subsequently
apply to take SWRK 3150, first field
placement, by completing the required
application package and submitting all
required forms by the established due date
for all field placement students.
Questions Regarding PLAR
• Please email us at
[email protected]
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