tq 2010 recognizing prior learning using the trades qualification process
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Recognizing Prior Learning using the Trades Qualification
process
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Introduction• Qualifications Assessor
• Assess people that have on the job, prior learning experience, and wish to be recognized for the purpose of writing Trades Qualification, Power Engineer, or Gasfitter Examinations.
• If they are successful they will be issued a Certificate of Qualification or an occupational license in one of the more than 50 trades and occupations in Manitoba. In many cases their certification is recognized across Canada.
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• 2nd Year apprentice
• Workplace recognition
• Assessment of learning and validation of progress on the job
First RPL experience
First TQ experience • Applying for Vocational Industrial Teacher Education program
• Accepted after completing the TQ process
• Received another Trade Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanic
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On The Job RPL
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Qualifications Assessor Overview
Trades QualificationWe assess and recognize credentials for
the purpose of writing certification
examinations in over 50 voluntary and
compulsory trades and occupations
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Methods to assist clients • Referrals for essential skills assessment and
upgrading• Trades Qualification Learning Supports on
website• On the job observation of skills• Work experience forms for self assessment
Qualifications Assessor Overview
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The Trades Qualification ProcessClient receives information about the process via:• Telephone contact• Website information• Mail outs• Personal appointment
Client submits:• The assessment application form
• Work experience or verification of experience form
• Employer letters verifying tasks, time and hours in trade
• Self declaration letter
• Proof of upgrading if required
• Assessment fee
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Assessment is denied:• More information is requested via letter or personal follow-up with client• Client is reassessed• An unqualified client may be referred to apprenticeship for training that leads to certification
Client writes TQ ExamClient fails TQ exam:1st failure: Client rewrites examination. Client may be counseled or referred to our website for study plan development.
2nd failure: Client is referred to AWEST for essential skills assessment and upgrading recommendations.Essential skills upgrading, trade specific upgrading or examination accommodations may be recommended.
Client passes exam and receives their Certificate of Qualification and / or license
Assessment is approved:• Approval letter and examination application is forwarded to the client• Trade specific booklists and upgrading recommendations can be given to the client at this time.• Examination is scheduled once application and fee is received
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• Comprehensive Work Experience Forms • How to write an Employer letter• Trades Qualification Learning Supports• Learning resources available at public
libraries• AWEST intervention for essential skills
upgrading• Trade specific upgrading courses• Gap Bridging Programs for Newcomers
2010 Trades Qualification Process Enhancements
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Trades Qualification : Examples
RPL Plan
Results
Conclusion
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Case Studies#1- Kim,
Nail Technician
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Case Studies#2- Sally, Motor Vehicle Body Repair
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Case Studies#3- Dave,
Boom Truck
Operator
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Case Studies#4- Joselito,
Power Engineer
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Conclusion
• On the job RPL is a time consuming and complicated task but worthwhile for clients
• TQ Clients may have language or essential skills difficulties
• Examinations can be intimidating for clients who have been out of school for many years
• Pre-examination counselling is helpful • Internationally trained clients require support and
guidance to navigate the Trades Qualification system
• At Apprenticeship, helping people overcome difficulties is the most rewarding part of our job
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For More information please contact:
Ken CzernickiApprenticeship Manitoba(204) 945-8621 Trades
(204) 945-4101 Power Engineer/[email protected]
Guy Champagne
Apprenticeship Manitoba(204) 945-4169
Websites: www.manitoba.ca/tradecareers
www.gov.mb.ca/labour/safety/me/trades.html