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RPL allows you to turn your existing skills into a nationally recognised qualification in weeks not years.

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What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a training pathway that turns your existing work history, skills, and industry experience into a nationally recognised qualification.

If you already know how to do the job, you can skip the classroom entirely by providing evidence of your competence. You will receive a full qualification that is recognised Australia-wide.

Traditional Study

Study load

Full coursework

Timeframe

1 - 4 years

Cost

Full tuition fee

Traditional study vs RPL

RPL

Study load

No study required

Timeframe

4 weeks - 6 months

Cost

Assessment fee only

Find my qualification

How does it work?

We’ll connect you with a Registered Training Organisation who will guide you through each step of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Free Preliminary Consultation

Tell us about your past work experience, and we’ll map out the qualifications that best match your unique skill set.

Gather Your Evidence

Work with an assessor to build a portfolio using photos, videos, references, and your resume to prove your experience.

Assessor Review

A qualified industry assessor reviews your portfolio against national standards. If gaps are found, we work with you to bridge them without restarting from scratch.

Graduation

Receive your fully accredited, nationally recognised certificate issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

RPL by industry

Accommodation (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

Please select a job role to check your eligibility for RPL.

Concierge
Front Office Supervisor
Hotel Manager
Hotel Receptionist
Motel Manager

Accounting (Finance)

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Accounting Manager
Accounts Clerk
Accounts Officer
Accounts Receivable Officer
Assistant Accountant
Auditor
BAS Agent
Bookkeeper
Business Services Accountant
External Auditor
Internal Auditor
Management Accountant
Payroll Clerk
Payroll Officer
Tax Accountant
Tax Agent
Tax Auditor

Aged Care (Community Services)

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Aged Care Coordinator
Aged Care Team Leader
Aged Care Worker
Community Care Worker
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Gerontologist
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Carer
Lifestyle Coordinator
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Carer
Residential Care Officer
Residential Care Worker
Wellness Coordinator

Automotive (Manufacturing)

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Apprentice Automotive Electrician
Apprentice Mechanic
Automotive Service Technician
Electric Vehicle Mechanic
Electric Vehicle Technician
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
Light Vehicle Mechanic
Mechanical Technician
Trade Assistant
Truck Mechanic

Automotive (Trades)

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Apprentice Automotive Electrician
Apprentice Mechanic
Automotive Mechanic
Diagnostic Technician
Motorcycle Mechanic
Motorsport Mechanic
Senior Automotive Mechanic
Service Manager
Spray Painter
Tyre Fitter
Workshop Manager

Bookkeeping (Finance)

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Accounting Clerk
Accounts Clerk
Accounts Officer
Accounts Receivable Officer
Assistant Accountant
BAS Agent
Bookkeeper
Payroll Clerk
Payroll Officer

Building (Trades)

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Asset Inspector
Builders Labourer
General Labourer
Plasterer
Trade Assistant
Wall and Ceiling Installer
Waterproofer
Waterproofing Technician

Business Administration (Business)

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Administration Manager
Administration Officer
Administrative Assistant
Business Administrator
Business Support Officer
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Data Entry Operator
Executive Assistant
Information Officer
Office Assistant
Office Manager
Operations Coordinator
Personal Assistant
Procurement Officer
Receptionist
Recruitment Manager

Business Intelligence (Information Technology)

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Business Analyst
Digital Business Analyst
IT Business Analyst
IT Consultant

Carpentry (Trades)

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Apprentice Cabinet Maker
Apprentice Carpenter
Apprentice Furniture Maker
Carpenter
Formwork Carpenter
Shopfitter
Wood Machinist

Child Welfare, Youth and Family Intervention (Community Services)

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Community Outreach Coordinator
Outreach Worker
Residential Care Worker
Youth Case Worker
Youth Counsellor
Youth Support Officer
Youth Support Worker

Civil Construction (Building and Construction)

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Building Consultant
Building Contractor
Building Estimator
Civil Construction Designer
Civil Draftsperson
Concreter
Construction Estimator
Construction Labourer
Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager
Construction Supervisor
Formworker
General Hand
General Labourer
Road Construction Worker
Site Foreman
Trade Assistant
Traffic Controller

Civil Engineering and Construction (Engineering)

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CAD Operator
Civil Designer
Civil Engineering Technician
Civil Modeller
Draftsperson
Engineering Technician
Structural Designer
Structural Drafter

Construction Management (Building and Construction)

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Building Consultant
Building Inspector
Building Supervisor
Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager
Construction Supervisor
Quantity Surveyor
Site Foreman
Site Manager
Site Supervisor

Consulting and Strategy (Business)

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Business Adviser
Business Analyst
Business Consultant
Change And Communications Manager
Change Management Consultant
Corporate Services Manager
Digital Business Analyst
Digital Transformation Manager
Financial Analyst
Innovation Strategist
Marketing Consultant
Operations Analyst
Operations Specialist
Organisational Development Consultant
Senior Business Analyst
Strategic Planner
Strategy Manager

Cookery and Catering (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

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Apprentice Chef
Breakfast Chef
Catering Assistant
Catering Manager
Chef
Chef de Partie
Commis Chef
Cook
Demi Chef
Food Service Supervisor
Food Services Assistant
Kitchen Attendant
Kitchen Manager
Pastry Chef
Patissier
Pizza Chef
Sandwich Hand
Sous Chef

Counselling (Community Services)

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Counsellor
Grief Counsellor
Mental Health Practitioner
Rehabilitation Counsellor
Support Worker
Youth Counsellor

Customer Engagement (Business)

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Business Relationship Manager
Client Services Officer
Customer Service Manager
Customer Service Officer
Customer Service Representative
Engagement Manager
Partnerships Manager

Cyber Security (Information Technology)

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Cyber Security Analyst
Cyber Security Consultant
Cyber Security Specialist
Cyber Security Technician
Cybercrime Investigator
Information Security Analyst
IT Risk Manager

Digital Marketing (Business)

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Digital Business Analyst
Digital Business Strategist
Digital Marketing Assistant
Digital Marketing Manager
Digital Marketing Specialist
SEO Specialist
Social Media Coordinator
Social Media Manager

Disability (Community Services)

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Aboriginal Disability Worker
Community Care Worker
Community Support Worker
Disability Service Officer
Disability Support Worker
Disability Team Leader
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Carer
Lifestyle Coordinator
NDIS Worker
Personal Care Assistant
Personal Carer
Residential Care Officer
Residential Care Worker

Driving and Transport (Transport and Logistics)

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Bus Driver
Driving Examiner
Driving Instructor
Fleet Controller
Fleet Manager
Forklift Driver
Fuel Tanker Driver
Street Sweeper Driver
Taxi Driver
Truck Driver

Early Childhood Education (Education and Training)

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Centre Director
Childcare Assistant
Childcare Worker
Early Childhood Educator
Early Intervention Specialist
Family Day Care Educator
Lead Educator
Preschool Assistant

Education Support and Assistance (Education and Training)

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Education Assistant
Education Manager
Integration Aide
Learning Support Officer
Teacher's Aide
Teacher's Assistant

Event Management (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

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Conference Manager
Event Coordinator
Event Director
Event Planner
Ticketing Coordinator

Executive Leadership (Business)

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Corporate Services Manager
Executive Director
General Manager

Food Services (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

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Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Kitchen Manager
Waiter

Hospitality (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

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Bar Attendant
Bar Manager
Barista
Bartender
Cafe Attendant
Duty Manager
Food and Beverage Manager
Kitchen Manager
Marine Steward
Night Auditor
Rooms Division Manager
Venue Manager
Waiter

Human Resources (Business)

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Compensation and Benefits Manager
Employee Relations Manager
HR Business Partner
Human Resources Administrator
Human Resources Assistant
Human Resources Director
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Officer
Payroll Officer
People and Culture Manager
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Manager
Talent Acquisition Manager
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Training and Development Manager
Workplace Relations Officer

IT Networks and System Administration (Information Technology)

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Cyber Security Specialist
Help Desk Support
ICT Support Officer
IT Risk Manager
Network Administrator
Network Analyst
Network Specialist
Service Desk Analyst
Systems Administrator
Technical Project Manager

IT Support (Information Technology)

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Help Desk Support
Network Administrator
Service Desk Analyst
Systems Administrator

Leadership and Management (Business)

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Assistant Manager
Business Manager
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Compensation and Benefits Manager
Corporate Services Manager
Front Office Supervisor
Operations Manager
Partnerships Manager
Recruitment Manager
Senior Supervisor
Supervisor
Team Leader

Legal Services (Law and Legal Services)

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Investigator
Law Clerk
Legal Administrator
Legal Assistant
Legal Secretary
Paralegal

Livestock and Animal Production (Agriculture)

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Dairy Farm Manager
Farm Manager
Livestock Transporter
Station Manager

Local Government (Government and Public Sector)

Please select a job role to check your eligibility for RPL.

Government Agent
Government Policy Advisor
Local Government Administration Officer
Local Government Customer Service Assistant
Local Government Officer
Local Government Project Manager
Ministerial Advisor
Planning Officer
Policy Adviser
Policy Analyst
Policy Manager
Policy Officer
Public Service Officer

Marketing (Business)

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Account Director
Brand Ambassador
Brand Manager
Business Relationship Manager
Campaign Manager
Communications Manager
Communications Officer
Digital Marketing Assistant
Digital Marketing Manager
International Marketing Specialist
Market Research Analyst
Marketing Assistant
Marketing Consultant
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Manager
Marketing Strategist
Partnerships Manager
Public Relations Officer
Social Media Coordinator
Social Media Manager

Medical Administration (Healthcare)

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Admissions Clerk
Clinic Administrator
Dental Office Manager
Dental Receptionist
Hospital Receptionist
Medical Receptionist
Medical Secretary
Patient Services Officer
Practice Manager
Ward Clerk

Patisserie (Tourism, Travel and Hospitality)

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Assistant Pastry Chef
Cake Decorator
Chocolate Chef
Pastry Chef
Patisserie Chef
Patissier

Primary Education (Education and Training)

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Education Assistant
Education Support Officer
Teacher's Aide
Teacher's Assistant

Procurement (Business)

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Buyer
Contract Administrator
Contract Specialist
Head of Procurement
Procurement Manager
Procurement Officer
Procurement Specialist
Purchasing Officer
Supply Chain Manager
Vendor Manager

Production Horticulture (Agriculture)

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Agricultural Engineer
Agricultural Technician
Farmer
Seed Technician

Project Management (Business)

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Change And Communications Manager
Change Manager
Partnerships Manager
PMO Manager
Portfolio Manager
Program Coordinator
Program Manager
Project Administrator
Project Coordinator
Project Director
Project Manager
Project Officer
Project Scheduler
Senior Project Manager

Quality Assurance (Business)

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Compliance Analyst
Compliance Manager
Compliance Officer
Compliance Specialist
Governance Officer
Policy Officer
Quality Assurance Auditor
Quality Assurance Manager
Quality Auditor
Quality Control Manager
Quality Manager
Quality Officer

Retail Operations (Retail)

Please select a job role to check your eligibility for RPL.

Area Manager
Cashier
Cluster Manager
Customer Service Representative
E‑commerce Assistant
Retail Assistant
Retail Consultant
Retail Supervisor
Retail Team Leader

Risk Management (Business)

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Business Analyst
Financial Analyst
Operational Risk Manager
Risk Analyst
Risk Manager
Risk Officer
Senior Business Analyst

Sales (Business)

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Business Development Manager
Partnerships Manager
Sales Consultant
Sales Manager
Sales Representative

Small Business (Business)

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Cafe or Restaurant Manager
Creative Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur
Franchisee
Independent Contractor
Small Business Owner

Social Work (Community Services)

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Community Development Officer
Community Outreach Coordinator
Community Support Worker
Outreach Worker
Senior Support Worker
Support Worker

System Analysis (Information Technology)

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Integration Analyst
IT Consultant
IT Project Manager
Systems Analyst

Work Health and Safety (Business)

Please select a job role to check your eligibility for RPL.

Compliance Coordinator
Health and Safety Manager
Safety Consultant
Safety Officer
Work Health and Safety Officer
Workplace Trainer

Youth Work (Community Services)

Please select a job role to check your eligibility for RPL.

Community Outreach Coordinator
Outreach Worker
Youth Case Worker
Youth Support Officer
Youth Support Worker
Youth Worker

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Frequently asked questions

Is an RPL qualification exactly the same as traditional study?

Yes. A qualification gained through RPL is identical to one earned in the classroom. It is issued by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Your certificate will not mention RPL, so employers and licensing bodies see the same qualification as any other graduate holds.

How long does the process take?

Typically, the RPL process takes between 8 weeks and 6 months. Because it is completely self-paced, the timeline largely depends on how quickly you can gather your portfolio of evidence (such as workplace documents, photos, and supervisor references). The faster you provide your evidence to your assessor, the faster you can complete your qualification.

What if I don't have enough evidence for every single unit?

You don't need to abandon the process. If there are gaps in your evidence, your assessor can offer alternatives such as a competency conversation, a practical demonstration, or gap training to cover the remaining units. This means you only need to study the parts you can't yet evidence, rather than completing the full course from scratch.

How much does it cost?

The cost of RPL varies depending on the qualification and the Registered Training Organisation, but it is generally more affordable than completing the full course. Most RTOs offer a free initial skills assessment, so you can find out whether you're a good candidate before committing to anything. Pricing is typically confirmed after this review of your experience and evidence.

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