Students must complete the work exposure requirement to fulfill the program requirements for Office 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, vaccination records, 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 tuition for your placement. You may pay your fees via Student Self-Service , at your nearest campus, or mail your payment to College of the North Atlantic, 69 Pleasant Street, Clarenville, NL A5A 1V9. 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.

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. Please reach out to your Instructional Coordinator to discuss.

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 Corner Brook, Grand Falls-Windsor or Prince Philip Drive campus should check with their Instructional Coordinator.

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 dladmissions@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 account under the section Career Totals as indicated below.

3. What are the requirements for a work placement exemption?

You must be in the last semester of studies, on track to graduate with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.0 and have current/relevant work experience. Your work experience must be relevant to your program. Each application is assessed on a case-by-case basis. To learn more about eligibility, email Tina Dean (Office programs) tina.dean@cna.nl.ca or Denise White (Business programs) denise.white@cna.nl.ca.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. Do I need to register for my OJXXXX course and pay tuition fees if my PLAR application is recommended for approval?

No.

9. 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.

10. When will I receive my diploma?

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 email dladmissions@cna.nl.ca.

Check your Service account to ensure the address we have on file is your current mailing address. If not, please update. We cannot release your diploma if you have outstanding fees. Please email dladmissions@cna.nl.ca with ACCOUNT INQUIRY in the subject line regarding any account balance questions.

11. 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.

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

Toll Free 1-877-465-2250, option 1 and ask to speak with your Instructional Coordinator.

Diplomas will be issued upon completion of the work placement or OJXXXX 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. Diplomas will not be issued if there are outstanding fees on your account.