Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure

Credit Transfer Policy and Procedure

Definition:

Credit transfer is a process whereby credit already achieved for one qualification is recognised towards a new qualification. This estimate of learning time includes direct time spent with teachers; time spent preparing for and doing assessments and time spent in assessment.

Policy:

Credit transfer requests may be made prior to assessment against any qualification offered by HSI. HSI adopts a transparent decision-making process when considering credit transfer. Recognition of Prior Learning principles perform an integral part of the credit transfer process.
To successfully transfer credits the following criteria must be met:

1. The educational institution from which the qualification was gained must be accredited by NZQA, or by the relevant national or regional accrediting body in the case of international credit transfer.
2. The original completion certificate and official transcript, or notarised copies from the educational institution where qualification was awarded, is presented. If these are not in English a translation must be submitted with the documentation. A credible translation service provider must complete this.
3. Course was completed no more than ten years before the date of application for credit, unless the course content is still valid and taught as part of the current programme.
4. HSI registered assessors conduct the assessment of documentation.
5. Assessment documentation and evidence are presented for moderation before credit transfer is confirmed.

All applications for credit transfer must be made through the HSI Quality Assurance Manager.