As a post-secondary Instructor, I am proud to be a part of the BCcampus community. But my pride just soared higher as I read a powerful paragraph in a job ad by BCcampus for a Communication & Engagement Strategist.
Among other things, the job requirements included the following paragraph:
"You may notice this position does not require a degree. We are conscious that many people experience barriers to post-secondary education. And while we place a high value on education, we are actively examining our role in perpetuating credentialism. It may be that for some candidates, getting a master’s degree helped them achieve the competencies this role requires, whereas others may have gained this experience in other ways."
As an RPL/PLAR practitioner, I know firsthand the value of recognizing skills gained through diverse pathways. Learning doesn't solely happen within the confines of a classroom. It occurs through real-world experiences, self-directed study, and on-the-job challenges. So, I am so elated to see organizations like BCcampus embracing and supporting competency-based hiring over traditional credentialism.
By prioritizing competencies, BCcampus is not only opening doors for candidates who may have taken non-traditional routes to acquire skills but also making visible the invaluable learning that happens outside formal education. This shift fosters inclusivity and equity and ensures that organizations tap into a rich pool of talent, bringing in individuals with unique perspectives and problem-solving abilities.
Let's continue to champion competencies over credentials and recognize learning in all its forms!
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RPL: Recognition of Prior Learning
PLAR: Prior Learning and Recognition
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