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.

Watch the Experience-Based Placement Information Session

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

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