Experience-Based Placement

Experience counts

Leverage the expertise you gained outside of traditional academic programs. Experience-Based Placement evaluates your experience, workplace training, and other forms of prior learning to offer opportunities for course exemptions or advanced standing in select BCIT programs.

How it works

Applicants are required to submit relevant documentation to the EBP Advisor, who will assess their experience and prepare a case for the department to review. If approved, applicants receive credit recognition or an alternative entry pathway into a program.

Who this is for

You may be eligible for Experience-Based Placement if you are:

An adult learner with a combination of international and/or Canadian post-secondary education and professional international and/or Canadian work experience
In the military or a veteran
A new Canadian or recent immigrant
A tradesperson

If you have enough work experience, you may qualify under one of the following categories:

Adult Learners

Use your 5+ years of professional industry experience as an alternative pathway to complete a credential.

First Responders

Explore professional development opportunities to develop the skills needed to progress in your career as a first responder.

Military

Use your military service and experience to fast-track your education with the Legion Military Skills Conversion program.

Connect with the Experience-Based Placement team

Email us. We will get back to you shortly.