Assessing the Skills and Competencies of Internationally Trained Immigrants: A Manual for Regulatory Bodies, Employers and Other Stakeholders

Author(s): Susan Simosko ISBN: 978-0-9781782-1-5 This manual provides an overview of the five assessment methods commonly associated with PLAR and with competency-based assessment. These methods—self-assessments, written examinations, oral questioning, demonstrations and observations, and portfolios—are used by regulatory and licensing bodies, and by educational and training organizations, across Canada and around the world. The manual is […]

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A Resource Manual for Competency Portfolio Development

Reflection, Research, Integration, Portfolio Completion The intended users of this manual are employment counsellors, literacy practitioners, professional academic advisors, and human resource professionals who assist clients in attaining work, educational or personal goals. In addition, agencies delivering the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW) will have a particular interest in this manual. The TIOW initiative […]

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Competency Portfolio Report

In November 2009, a group of key stakeholders from across Canada came together at the CAPLA Fall Focus in Toronto to discuss the concept of the competency portfolio as a learning management tool. The purpose of this paper is to share the knowledge brought forth in this session, to learn about current opportunities, identify key […]

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Plotting my Direction with a Learning Portfolio

Taking charge of my career and life journey You have been learning many new skills from experiences you have had each day of your life. The key to moving forward in your education, career, and life goals is making sure you get recognition for your learning so you avoid spending your time and money re-learning […]

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