Overview

When you set a module prerequisite, the module is locked until a student completes the required items. However, unless completion requirements are set for prior modules, students will still be able to access upcoming modules.

When selecting a prerequisite module, you can only choose from previous modules. You may need to reorder modules to correct prerequisite availability.

Note: You can only add prerequisites if you have added at least one module.

Adding a Prerequisite to a module

Scroll down this iframe for a tutorial on how to add a prerequisite.

Prerequisites & Requirements in Your Canvas Course

Here is additional guidance to provide use case scenarios when you would use either Prerequisites &/or Requirements.

Guide to Using Prerequisites and Requirements in Your Canvas Course (.pdf)