RPL Exemplar
RPL in Practice
Advanced Entry via Recognition of Prior Learning
How a learner’s prior experience led to direct entry into Year 2 of a BA in Early Childhood Education & Care
Atlantic Technological University
Galway/Mayo
Programme
BA in Early Childhood Education & Care Entry Pathway
Advanced Entry (Year 2) via RPL
Award Level
Level 8 | 240 Credits | Full-Time | Undergraduate
TheApplicant’s Journey
Applied through standard application route
Referred for RPL after initial review
Guided by RPL Coordinator through email & virtual meetings
Informed that learning must match Year 1 module learning outcomes
Making LearningVisible
The learner prepared a portfolio to demonstrate how their prior learning met Year 1 module learning outcomes.
Portfolio included:
Personal Statement
Roles & Responsibilities (informal learning)
Qualifications (formal & non-formal)
Supporting Documents (evidence)
Learning was mapped to Year 1 module learning outcomes
Assessment Process
Assessment Criteria
Tools Used
Validity
Sufficiency
Authenticity
Reliability
Currency
Portfolio assessment
Mapping to module learning outcomes
Assessor confirmed criteria was met and Head of Department validated the outcome
All assessment criteria met. Applicant granted advanced entry to Year 2 Validated by Head of Department
