Recognition of prior learning
If you have studied before or have learned things through work, you do not need to study them again. Recognition of prior learning (AHOT) can save you whole terms. This guide explains how to demonstrate your skills and make an application.
You will need
- Previous transcripts of records and certificates
- Employment certificates and job descriptions
- The learning outcomes of the courses from the curriculum
- Your institution's credit transfer instructions
Steps
Get to know the curriculum
Go through the courses in your degree and their learning outcomes. Mark the courses whose content you already know.
Gather evidence
Know the ways of getting credit
Ask the teacher
Fill in the application
Demonstrate your skills
Wait for the decision
Update your study plan
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