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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Get credit for the skills and knowledge you've already acquired through work, life experience, or previous study.

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that identifies and validates the skills and knowledge you have gained through prior formal study, informal or non-formal training, work experience, or volunteer activities.

If you successfully gain RPL for certain units of competency, you will still receive the same fully-accredited national qualification but can complete it in less time and at a lower cost.

Benefits of RPL

Save Time

Skip classes and assessments for topics you already master, shortening your overall study duration.

Lower Cost

Pay only for the units you need to complete, saving money on overall course tuition.

Career Advancement

Upgrade your credentials to boost your resume and prepare for promotions or career transitions.

Volunteer to Paid Work

Validate your volunteer care or community work experience to secure paid employment.

The RPL Process

1

Initial Assessment

Our training experts review your background and map your experience to the relevant qualification units.

2

Submit Evidence

Provide documents backing up your claim, including portfolios, past qualifications, job descriptions, reference letters, and work samples.

3

Evaluation

Our assessor reviews the evidence and determines if you satisfy the learning outcomes of the units.

4

Completion Pathway

Receive your credits. You will only need to study any remaining units to complete and receive the qualification.

How to Apply

To apply for RPL, you must submit your application before starting your course (or before the census date for VET Student Loans students).

Simply submit an online enquiry and our admissions team will send you the appropriate RPL Application forms and evidence guides.

Enquire for RPL Now

Costs & Fees

RPL assessment costs vary depending on the course fee structure and the number of units you are seeking credit for.

Our course advisors will provide a tailored cost estimate for your situation during the enrolment review.