RAC · Recognition of Prior Learning

Your experience is worth a diploma — Recognition of Prior Learning

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  1. Apply
  2. File analysis
  3. Validation interview
  4. Evaluations
  5. Official recognition
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Eligible programs Électricité Mécanique automobile
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RAC services at Aviron are offered in French. Program names and DEP codes on this page are the French-language ones.

RAC - Recognition of Prior Learning

Eligibility for Recognition of Prior Learning (RAC) Services

Aviron Technical Institute of Montreal is proud to announce that it is now eligible to offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RAC) services.

This program allows adults who have acquired skills through work experience or informal training to have their competencies officially recognized without having to redo the entire training program.

Eligible Programs (DEP)

  • Électricité (DEP 5295)
  • Mécanique automobile (DEP 5298)

Eligible Applicants

  • Canadian citizens
  • Permanent residents

Who is RAC for?

RAC is for individuals who:

  • Have relevant experience in the targeted field
  • Want to obtain official recognition — DEP diploma
  • Want to accelerate their training path

Required Documents

  1. Photo ID or health insurance card
  2. Social Insurance Number
  3. Diplomas and transcripts
  4. Training certificates or attestations
  5. Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
  6. Employment letter or experience attestations
  7. Detailed task descriptions
  8. Any proof of relevant experience (photos, projects, reports, etc.)

RAC Process

The candidate must:

  1. 1Submit a RAC application (complete the form)
  2. 2Have their file analyzed
  3. 3Participate in a validation interview
  4. 4Complete evaluations (theoretical and practical)
  5. 5Receive official recognition of competencies

Fees

Total RAC fees are determined after the candidate's file has been analyzed. A training plan and detailed cost estimate will be provided before evaluations begin.

Item Description Cost
File Opening Fee File analysis and eligibility $200
RAC Support Fee Interview, pedagogical support, planning $1,000
Competency Evaluation Fee Summative exam $150 / competency
Complementary Training (if necessary) Variable. According to the institute's current rates.

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