RAC Process
Learn more about the RAC process.
Program Overview
Recognition of Acquired Competencies (RAC)
Champlain’s RAC services can help individuals obtain a DEC (Diplôme d’études collégiales) by assessing their current competencies, and providing them with training for the ones they are lacking.
Duration and dates
Duration: 2 to 6 months for Program Specific competencies. An additional 12-21 months for General Education competencies.
Duration varies according to each candidate’s experience and availability.
Start date: Winter 2027
Admission: Ongoing
Mode of delivery and schedule
Mode of delivery: Online
Schedule: Seminars and other activities and are offered on evenings and weekends.
Competencies
RAC services in Administration and Management Technology are offered for the 21 program specific competencies (divided into compulsory common core and specific competencies). Seventeen of the competencies are compulsory competencies and four are specific to our educational institution.
Compulsory Common Core Competencies
02JM Explore the profession
02JN Use a digital environment
02JP Search for and process information for management purposes
02JQ Produce written content for the organization
02JR Interact with others in the workplace
02JS Create and use data management tools
02JT Apply the legal framework
02JU Carry out the visual design of content for the organization
02JV Use the second language to communicate in the workplace
02JW Carry out a monitoring activity for management purposes
02JX Play a role in managing human resources
02JY Provide customer service
02JZ Coordinate administrative activities
02K0 Perform accounting cycle operations
02K1 Participate in the logistics of the organization’s activities
02K2 Participate in budget planning and control
02K3 Coordinate the realization of projects
College Specific Competencies
02K4 Participate in the preparation of a business plan
02KA Manage a work team
02KB Play a role in the management of the customer experience
02KG Create visual content
Although not an admission requirement, please see the new French-language requirements for certification for DEC programs in English.
Cost
Maximum $575* for program specific competencies.
*There are no additional fees to use online resources, receive support from content specialists, or to attend seminars and work sessions. Maximum cost is only applicable to Quebec residents. Additional costs for General Education competencies.
The fees for International Students and Non-Residents of Quebec are those listed here for Part-time students: Continuing Education Costs – Champlain College – Saint Lambert. The total number of hours of the Office System Technology program to calculate the cost is 2385 hours.
Further Details
To take advantage of the RAC process, candidates must pay certain fees. The fees are based on the number of evaluations that a Quebec resident candidate has to complete, and may vary from one person to another.
- $30 admission fee (non-refundable)
- $45 for a file analysis (non-refundable)
- $40 per competency (up to a maximum of $500)
Maximum total: $575
Please note that the fees above include all activities related to the RAC services. No additional fees have to be paid to:
- Attend a seminar on a specific topic
- Attend integration to the Quebec workforce seminars
- Consult the online resources
- Participate in job preparation activities
- Participate in expert-led group activities
- Book an appointment with an Advisor to prepare your Individual Evaluation Plan
- Book an appointment with a content specialist to receive individual tutoring
An additional $45 file analysis fee will apply if a candidate desires to change program.
Contact Us
Continuing Education – F-151
Champlain College Saint-Lambert
900 Riverside Drive
Saint-Lambert, Québec
J4P 3P2
(450)-672-7364
continuingeducation@crcmail.net
