How PLAR Works
Explore the pathways
Learn about the four different pathways to earn credits through PLAR: Competency-Based Portfolios, Course-Based Portfolios, Challenge Exams, and the Credit Bank.
Think about the knowledge, skills and abilities you've gained outside of traditional education. These could be valuable in earning credits toward your TRU credential.
Are you currently enrolled as a TRU Open Learning or on-campus student?
Yes. Fill in our Get Started form to connect with the PLAR Advisors. This helps us better understand your needs so we can set you on the right path for PLAR. Or, you can connect with our PLAR advisors in other ways.
No. Don't worry! Reach out to a program advisor (Open Learning) or a future student advisor (on-campus) to learn more about TRU programs. You will need to be admitted to a program before applying for PLAR, with rare exceptions.
Work with a PLAR advisor
After you submit the Get Started form, a PLAR advisor will be your trusted guide through the pathway discovery process. They are here to provide you with the answers you need and make everything as clear and stress-free as possible.
PLAR Policy:
PLAR policies are available in a searchable index of all TRU policies.
Index of All Policies