ELR FAQs

The Experiential Learning Record (ELR) is an official university document that outlines all of the activities you were a part of on campus. It can also help you to identify the skills or competencies you developed by participating in these activities.

In terms of previous involvement with student clubs, we are only actively cataloguing activities from Fall 2020/Winter 2021. All other requests will be considered on a case by case basis.

You! The ELR will help you identify transferable skills from your extra curricular experiences when applying for jobs. Your participation in the ELR will benefit you in the job search process by highlighting key transferring skills to include in an interview, cover letter, or resume.

By participating in the ELR, you can gain valuable labour market skills for future work opportunities.

The process is very quick, 3-5 minutes maximum!

There are many types of experiences that can be recorded from ELR-Approved courses, leadership positions on student clubs, to educational enrichment webinars. See ELR Categories for more information.

You can record your experience through CareerConnect on the “Experiential Learning Record” section.

Please email bizcareers@ualberta.ca for assistance.

There are plenty of activities to get involved in that can fulfill different competencies. We recommend looking for the most important skills you might require to excel in your field of study. We have created a guide to show you examples of what activities you might want to participate in based on your major and skills you would like to improve.

The ELR does not change your GPA at all! It is a tool to help you prepare for future opportunities.

No, the ELR is not mandatory. Although, it will help you reflect on your experiences and transferable skills for resumes, cover letters and job interviews.

No! It is part of the Career Services tools at the Alberta School of Business.

Yes! Over 50 schools across Canada (ie UofC, Macewan, and UBC) as well as some educational institutions in the USA have similar ELR programs for students.

Employers are looking for well-rounded candidates and one of the best ways to display your diverse skill set is to reflect on your experiences and identify transferable skills you have gained.

For more information on the ELR, please contact bizcareers@ualberta.ca.

Some activities might seem more daunting to participate whether it's because of time commitment or skills required. However, there are a lot more activities that do not require much or any previous experience to sign up for. ELR activities are made to be as inclusive as possible in a lot of our categories. If you would like to see examples of “entry-level” activities, you can simply check our website to learn more.