What is RPL?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) lets you convert your real-world experience into nationally recognized qualifications—saving time, money, and effort.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that evaluates your existing skills, knowledge, and experience gained throughout your life, regardless of how or where they were acquired.
RPL acknowledges that learning doesn't only happen in formal education settings. Your work experience, volunteer activities, community involvement, and self-directed learning all contribute to your professional capabilities.
Through RPL, you can receive formal recognition for your competencies without having to relearn what you already know, saving you time and money while advancing your career.
Key Features of RPL
Evidence-Based Assessment
RPL evaluates evidence of your existing skills against industry or qualification standards
Nationally Recognized
RPL results in formal qualifications that are recognized throughout the country
Flexible Pathways
RPL can provide full qualifications or credits toward further education
Why Choose RPL
Benefits of Recognition of Prior Learning
Save Time
Skip unnecessary training for skills you already possess, completing your qualification faster.
Save Money
Reduce education costs by getting credit for existing skills instead of paying for redundant courses.
Formal Recognition
Convert your experience into nationally recognized qualifications that employers value.
Career Advancement
Qualify for promotions, salary increases, and new job opportunities with recognized credentials.
Pathway to Further Education
Use RPL credits as a stepping stone to higher qualifications and specialized training.
Increased Confidence
Gain validation of your abilities and boost your professional confidence and self-esteem.
Are You Eligible for RPL?
RPL recognises your past experience. If any of the following apply to you, you might be eligible.
Relevant Work Experience
You have worked in roles related to your desired qualification, gaining practical skills and knowledge.
Previous Training
You've completed courses, workshops, or in-house training related to your field, even if they didn't result in formal qualifications.
Volunteer Work
You've developed skills through unpaid positions, community service, or volunteer activities.
Self-Directed Learning
You've acquired knowledge through independent study, research, or self-guided practice.
Life Experience
You've gained relevant skills through personal projects, hobbies, or life circumstances that apply to your field.
Overseas Qualifications or Experience
You've studied or worked in your field internationally and want your experience recognised in Australia.
Not sure if your background qualifies? Our RPL specialists will guide you through a quick and free assessment.
RPL Process
Four Simple Steps Your Path to Recognition
Free Skills Assesment
Connect with RPL Fast Track to discuss your career goals, and let us assist you in identifying the qualifications that will enable you to achieve them.
Evidence Collection
Gather and prepare evidence of your prior learning, work experience, and relevant skills. This includes documents such as qualifications, work samples, employment records, and references.
Review of Evidence
After you submit your portfolio, one of our affiliated registered training organizations (RTOs) will evaluate it. If the assigned assessor requires more information, they will contact you. If any skill gaps are identified, the RTO may provide a trainer to help you enhance your skills at no cost.
Certification!
RPL Fast Track works with Registered Training Organizations to provide nationally recognized qualifications in Australia. These qualifications are equivalent to those obtained through full-time studies and can also be used for licensing applications.
Required Documents
These are the key documents you'll need to submit for your RPL application.
100 Points ID
Includes documents like your passport, driver’s licence, Medicare card, or visa that add up to 100 points of identification.
Education Certificates
Copies of your school, college, or training certificates like diplomas, transcripts, or qualifications.
Work Experience
Details about your past jobs—what you did, where you worked, and what skills you used or learned.
Supporting Documents
Extra documents that help your RPL case, like reference letters, photos, or work samples.
Ready to Start Your RPL Journey?
Contact us today for a free initial consultation. Our RPL experts will guide you through the entire process.