Recognition of Prior Learning - Overview
Skills recognition or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) means that the skills and knowledge you already have through formal or informal learning may count towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Recognition allows the candidate to gain credit towards a vocational qualification or gain the full qualification without having to undertake a complete course of study.
RPL Assessment
In order to have your skills and experience recognised you need to take part in a formal assessment process where a qualified assessor will be able to consider the evidence you provide for skills, knowledge and experience you may have acquired in:
- paid or unpaid work in Australia or overseas
- on-the-job-training
- other qualifications from Australia or overseas
- community or voluntary work
- hobbies, sport or leisure activities
If you have the necessary skills and knowledge that an assessor deems sufficient to award competency, the length of time for study may be considerably shortened or you may be eligible for full recognition for the qualification you are seeking.
See the Rules of Evidence page for more information relating to the type of evidence you would need to provide.
