Students must complete the work exposure requirement to fulfill the program requirements for Office Administration/Management and Business Administration/Management.

Students who wish to obtain a placement with a health authority will be required to adhere to additional regulations such as a health check, certificate of conduct, etc. Other employers have their own regulations and may require additional documentation such as a certificate of conduct. The work placement instructor for your program will provide additional information if this is applicable to your placement.

Students are required to register for the Work Placement course (OJXXXX) via Self-Service during the registration period. Registration is required to ensure you are covered by the College while on your placement. You will be required to pay a tuition fee of $59 per week. You may pay your fees at your nearest campus or mail your payment to College of the North Atlantic, 69 Pleasant Street, Clarenville, NL A5A 1V9. To arrange payment by credit card please use Self Service . Fees are due by the Semester Fee Deadline Date.

If you are enrolled in the last semester of courses towards the completion of a Business or Office program via Online Learning, please contact the Instructional Coordinator for your program as indicated below:

You are required to submit an updated resume for submission to potential placement sites for review and selection.

The Admissions office will audit your file to ensure you have completed all program courses and have obtained a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0. If deemed eligible, a College representative will contact you to begin the process of finding a suitable work placement.

Students who do not complete their diploma program in the prescribed time frame from first registration, may complete the program by following the regulations in effect at the time of first registration provided the program is completed in not more than three years beyond the regular date of completion. A student who does not complete a program within these prescribed time limits may be required to complete additional courses or to repeat certain courses before being deemed eligible to complete a work placement and receive the diploma.

If you are currently working in your area of study, you may qualify for prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) for the work placement requirement. Application for PLAR will only be accepted in the last semester of your program.

To submit your application for prior learning assessment and recognition consideration, students must submit the following via email to dlservice@cna.nl.ca or fax to 709-466-4640.

• Application for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) - Fillable form


• Supporting Documentation - Refer to page two of the application for a list of required documentation.

Application packages received with missing documentation will not be processed until all required materials are submitted. Additional employment related information may be requested.

For Online Learning (Asynchronous and Synchronous) program students only. Students registered at a different campus should check with the instructor responsible for work placements in their program.

To submit your application for work placement exemption consideration, students must:

• be in last semester of studies and on track to graduate
• have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0
• have current and relevant work experience

1. Whom do I contact to determine if I have all my courses up to date?

If you have questions regarding any outstanding courses, or to confirm that you have completed all the required courses, please email learn@cna.nl.ca with PROGRAM CHECKLIST REQUEST in the subject line and your updated Program Checklist will be emailed to you.

2. How can I check my Grade Point Average (GPA) to determine if I meet the minimum 2.0 GPA requirement?

You may view your grade point average by visiting your Self Service under the section Career Totals as indicated below.

3. I have been working in my field for several years, am I eligible?

If you are currently working in your field with relevant experience, you may be eligible for an prior learning assessment & recognition. Each application is assessed on a case-by-case basis.

4. Will my previous work experience qualify me for a work placement exemption/prior learning assessment (PLAR)?

Your work experience must be relevant to your program. To learn more about eligibility, email Tina Dean (Office programs) tina.dean@cna.nl.ca or Deidra Strowbridge (Business programs) deidra.strowbridge@cna.nl.ca.

5. When can I apply for an exemption/prior learning assessment?

You can apply for prior learning assessment & recognition when you are registered in your last semester of your studies.

6. What documents do I need to submit?

Refer to page two of the PLAR application for a list of required documentation. All documentation should be submitted to dlservice@cna.nl.ca with “Exemption Application – Your Name/Student ID” in the subject line. Students registered at a different campus should check with the instructor responsible for work placements in their program.

7. The Prior Learning application is asking for a course number for my work placement, where do I find this information?

This information can be found on your program checklist.

8. When will I be notified of the results of my prior learning application?

Applications submitted in your last semester of studies will be reviewed by the School of Business & Information Technology to determine eligibility for exemption. You will receive an email notification from DL Service indicating whether your application was recommended for approval pending the outcome of your final semester courses. Please allow 2 – 3 weeks for the preliminary review.

9. What are my next steps if my exemption is approved?

When your application has been processed, you will be emailed with the results and subsequent instructions.

10. If my exemption is denied, do I have to wait until next year to complete my work placement?

Consult with the Instructional Coordinator to discuss your options.

11. When will I receive my certificate/diploma?

Certificates/diplomas are mailed after a final audit has been conducted on your file. This could take 5 - 6 weeks after you finish your program depending upon the time of year. If you require your transcript/diploma to confirm your credentials for employment, please let us know. Check your Self Service account to ensure the address we have on file is your current mailing address. If not, please update. We cannot release your certificate/diploma if you have outstanding fees. Please email learn@cna.nl.ca with ACCOUNT INQUIRY in the subject line regarding any account balance questions.

12. The semester is finished and I haven’t heard anything, what should I do?

Please email dlservice@cna.nl.ca to inquire about the status of your application. Remember to include your student number and your program name.

13. What number can I call if I have questions?

Toll Free 1-877-465-2250, option 1

Certificates and diplomas will be issued upon completion of the work placement or OJ exemption approval. Please allow 5-6 weeks for processing and ensure the address we have on file is your current mailing address. To submit a change of address, update using your Self Service account or complete and submit a Change of Personal Information form . Transcripts, certificates or diplomas will not be issued if there are outstanding fees on your account.