Recognised prior learning Australia

Years of hands-on work can count towards a nationally recognised qualification. Through recognised prior learning, an assessor compares your existing skills with the units of competency in a qualification, so you are not made to repeat training you have already proven on the job. Trade Skills Australia has put together a plain-English guide to recognised prior learning Australia that explains each stage: choosing an accredited provider, the initial consultation, preparing evidence, formal assessment and the possible outcomes. It is a useful read for automotive, engineering and hospitality workers weighing up whether RPL makes sense for them.