LTS is Broadening Equitable Access to Higher Education through Prior Learning Assessment
What is Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)?
Learning is fundamental to our wellbeing as humans. Adults learn through a variety of experiences, practices, and knowledge – both formal and informal – giving us competencies in different areas. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) is a process of awarding academic credit based on the learnings adults have acquired through their lives. It is a process that evaluates learning that has occurred outside of traditional classroom settings that have not resulted in a specific degree, certificate, or licensure and is conducted using a diversity of measures.
How can PLA help me?
At LTS, we strive for PLA to be a growing and affirming process. Students develop a portfolio, submitting diverse documentation of their learnings (through training, webinars, workshops, volunteer activities, awards, work experiences, conferences, and life experience) alongside a written narrative. During this process, students realize how much they know about a specific topic, affirming their own abilities and knowledge while imagining new ways to continue learning and growing. Importantly, and as a matter of equity, PLA can be used by any student seeking entrance into LTS programs.
Three paths for entry into Masters programs:
Click here to apply or contact Rev. Dr. Stephanie Moon (smoon@lextheo.edu) for further information.