NumberofWeeks
Cut-o‹dateforearlywithdrawal
18 - 20 weeks (except noho)
10 working days after the start date
18 or 24 weeks noho based
15 working days after the start date
36 or 40 weeks
20 working days after the start date
34 weeks home-based Learning programmes
18 working days after the start date
52 weeks home-based Learning programmes
26 working days after the start date
Credit recognition and recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL is a process where your prior learning - either formal or non-formal - can be considered for recognition, in order to gain entry into a programme and/or have credit granted towards your kōnae or modules/unit. This can be done in two ways: Credit award CA) ( is a process where credit gained elsewhere or from TWoA is recognised towards a TWoA qualification. Credit may be from: › ›
Formal study at another institution, and / or Non-formal learning and life experiences.
The following are some examples of life experiences and non-formal learning: › Community involvement e.g. marae-based activities etc. › Work experience - paid and unpaid › Formal and informal in-service training › Community-based education › Self-directed study › Non-formal study. Cross credit is when you’ve previously studied with TWoA or elsewhere, have been awarded credit for completing a kōnae or module/unit in one programme and want that credit recognised for the same kōnae or module/ unit in another programme. To apply you’ll need to complete the relevant application forms. These forms are available from your kaiako.
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