HOW RPL WORKS

Certified Australia makes it easy for you to turn your on-site experience into a nationally recognised qualification in Australia through Recognition of Prior Learning through our Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s)

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If you’re thinking about studying or training, think first about what skills you already have. You may be able to reduce the time it takes to get your qualification—you may not need to study at all.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is about the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through work and life experiences.

For example, working in an office could help you get a certificate in business administration. Working on a farm could count towards a qualification in agriculture or mechanics. Working as a volunteer with teenagers may get you a certificate in youth work. RPL applies for both paid and unpaid work.

How are my skills assessed?

Your skills will be assessed against industry standards. This is done by an RPL assessor. You may be asked to:

perform tasks or jobs
talk about and explain how you do those jobs
provide samples of your work.

A visit to your workplace may be organised so you can demonstrate your abilities. You may have to provide job descriptions, references or performance appraisals.

The assessor will consider your skills and knowledge and match them against a suitable qualification.

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How Recognition of Prior Learning can work for you

Looking to advance your career? Always wanted a qualification but don’t have the time to study? Certified Australia can help your career by using RPL to provide you with a nationally recognised qualification through our RTOs.