Credit recognition and recognition of prior learning (RPL

Number of Weeks

18 - 20 weeks (except noho)

18 or 24 weeks noho based

36 or 40 weeks

Cut-off date for early withdrawal

10 working days after the start date

15 working days after the start date

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.