What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process used by RTOs to evaluate a person's skills, knowledge and experience gained through working and learning, in Australia or overseas, be it through life experience, work or other activities such as volunteering. RTOs can also provide a credit against units of competency, often shortening the time needed to undertake a qualification.

The four steps involved in receiving a qualification through RPL are:

  • A free, no obligation, RPL skills check provided by an experienced Skills Certified representative
  • Compiling and submitting your 'Experience Portfolio' to provide relevant documentation such as photos and videos of you on the job, references, previous qualifications, current resume etc.
  • A qualified assessor, from one of our partnering RTOs, will review the evidence and determine if you are competent in the units for that qualification via an RPL assessment
  • If the RTO assesses you as competent in all required units of competency, then a qualification will be awarded by the registered training organisation

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Benefits of getting a qualification with the help of Skills Certified Australia

Following the simple steps of assessing your skills through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can have a wide range of benefits for your career and lifestyle.

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Automotive

The automotive industry is made up a large variety of companies that design, develop, manufacture, maintain and sell motor vehicles.

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Building & Construction

Constructing a building or infrastructure in a specific location, and all the elements required to do this, form the core of this industry.

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Business & Finance

Enterprises, companies and firms provide a range of goods and services to customers in return for appropriate remuneration.

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Civil Construction

Civil construction focuses on the creation of infrastructure related to water, earth or transport.

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Community Services

Community services benefit the public and focus on groups of people who need help like children, senior citizens and people with disabilities.

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Engineering

Engineering is about invention, innovation and improvement. It combines mathematics, science and practical knowledge and covers a wide range of areas.

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Fitness & Recreation

The fitness and recreation industry focuses on physical well-being and sports but also crosses over into many other areas.

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Hair & Beauty

The hair & beauty industry is made up of a selection of small, independent operators with the largest industry players making up less than 10% of the market.

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Health & Massage

Massage has extensive health benefits and is made up of a wide variety of techniques and practices.

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Horticulture & Land Management

Growing plants is a complex and detailed process that requires skills in both science and technology.

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Commercial Cookery & Hospitality

Looking after your customers and guests in the right way is at the core of the hospitality industry.

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Information Technology

Information is the lifeblood of business and technology ensures it gets where it needs to be.

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Meat Processing

Slaughtering, packing and distributing meat is the core of the meat processing industry.

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Mining & Resources

The mining industry extracts valuable minerals and geological materials from the earth in a variety of ways.

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Plumbing Services

Thinking of a career in Roof Plumbing and Services? Skills Certified Australia and our partner RTO's can certify you in the following certificate and diplomas. Contact us now to find out more.

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Security & Cleaning

The security and cleaning industry provides a variety of essential services to the wider business community.

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Transport & Logistics

Getting goods from one place to another by any means necessary is an essential part of business and is made up of infrastructure, vehicles and operations. .

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Vocational Education & Training

Educating people who work in professional vocations, trades, crafts or as technicians forms the core of this industry.

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Retail Services

Thinking of a career in Retail Services? Skills Certified Australia and our partner RTO's can certify you in the following certificate and diplomas. Contact us now to find out more.

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Events & Entertainment

Thinking of a career in Event Management or Media? Skills Certified Australia and our partner RTO's can certify you in the following certificate and diplomas. Contact us now to find out more.

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How Recognition of Prior
Learning (RPL) can work for you

Working with Skills Certified Australia to have your skills recognised through RPL can have a wide range of benefits for your career and lifestyle. Achieving a nationally recognised qualification through Skills Certified Australia's partner RTOs can have multiple benefits, including:

Saving you time and money
Improved career prospects
Avoiding the repetition of previous training
Continuous professional development
Help with immigration and visa requirements
NO face to face classroom-study
Meeting relevant industry & licensing requirements
Higher education credit exemptions
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