Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) allows adults to quickly earn credits toward an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Through a formal assessment process, personal and professional experiences gained after leaving high school are evaluated. Appropriate credits or equivalencies are awarded based on the outcome of this assessment. PLAR is free.
- an experienced student is at least 18 years old on or after 1er January of the current school year and is enrolled in a program to obtain the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
To make a request
If you wish to apply for recognition of prior learning, please contact one of our secondary schools or one of our adult education centres.
At the time of your appointment with the center, you will be asked to present the following documents:
- Official transcript of secondary school grades (You need to contact your old school to get it.)
- Photo ID card
- Proof of residence in Ontario (statement of gas, electricity or telephone account, etc.)
- Proof of Canadian citizenship, immigrant status or other valid legal status, if applicable
- Other relevant documents