Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that may recognise the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through work, life experience, and previous training. If you can provide suitable evidence, a partner RTO may assess you against the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification

You may be eligible if you have relevant, current experience in the role or industry related to the qualification you’re enquiring about. Eligibility depends on your work tasks, length of experience, and the evidence you can provide.

RPL is not “training” and it does not involve standard classroom study. However, if gaps are identified during assessment, the partner RTO may require additional evidence, workplace tasks, third-party reports, or gap training before a qualification can be issued.

Typically, the process includes:

• An eligibility check and discussion about your experience
• Evidence collection (documents, references, work samples, media, etc.)
• Assessment by a partner RTO assessor
• Possible gap assessment or additional requirements (if needed)
• Outcome issued by the RTO (if competency requirements are met)

Nationally recognised qualifications can only be issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). We are not an RTO—we provide guidance and help you prepare an application for assessment with our partner RTOs.

Evidence requirements vary by qualification, but may include:

• Photo ID (100-point check)
• Updated resume/CV
• Payslips, employment contracts, position descriptions
• Employer reference letters verifying duties and timeframe
• Work samples (where relevant)
• Photos/videos of you performing tasks (often recommended, and required for some trades)
• Any prior certificates, transcripts, or training records All evidence must be authentic and verifiable.

Timeframes vary depending on how quickly documents are provided and the complexity of assessment. As a guide, many applications progress within several weeks once all required evidence is received, but partner RTO timelines and assessment requirements apply.

No. RPL is an evidence-based assessment. The partner RTO can only issue a qualification if you demonstrate competence against all required units. If evidence is insufficient, you may be offered alternative pathways (such as gap training) where available.

Fees vary depending on the qualification and the assessment requirements set by the partner RTO. After your eligibility check, we can provide current pricing and the next steps before you proceed.

Yes. A USI is generally required for enrolment and issuance of nationally recognised credentials in Australia. You may also be asked to provide your USI transcript from the USI portal.

This depends on the qualification and the type of work. For many trade/skills-based qualifications (e.g., automotive, engineering, cookery/hospitality, cabinet making), photos and short videos are commonly required to support competency evidence. We’ll advise what’s needed after your eligibility check.