If you've lived it or learned it, you may have already earned it

We all know formal qualifications can put you in the spotlight and lead to a brighter future. But did you know you can get recognised for your existing experience and knowledge and may be eligible for a qualification with little or no additional study and at a cheaper cost!

Through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at Sunshine Coast TAFE your previous experience, study and skills are considered. If you don't quali fy for a complete qualification, you can complete a little extra formal study to get you across the line.

• Fast track your training
• How much will an RPL cost?
• Benefits of applying for RPL
• Examples of evidence to support your RPL application
• Enquire today!

Fast track your training

RPL involves the formal recognition of the vocational skills and knowledge you have acquired, regardless of how, when or where the learning occurred. Through the RPL process, your existing skills and knowledge will be assessed against current industry standards/qualifications. These current skills and knowledge may have been obtained through:

• Work experience - paid or unpaid
• Previous training that has not formally been recognised - employer based
• Community and volunteer work
• Other skills and knowledge obtained through life experience.

Although your experience gained over the previous two (2) years is most important in the RPL assessment process, your RPL assessor will consider all evidence when making a professional appraisal of your competency. At completion of the RPL process, you may be provided with a full or part qualification. Then, where applicable, you'll be advised of training options available to satisfy the requirements of a qualification.

How much will RPL cost?

Fees associated with RPL enrolments are generally less than completing the course via other means. The cost will vary depending on units of competencies, the fee structure and assessment pathway required.

Benefits of applying for RPL

Why bother spending time studying things you already know when applying for RPL can open the door to a host of benefits and advantages, including:

• Have your knowledge and skills formally recognised against a State or Nationally Accredited Qualification
• Fast tracking your pathway to a complete qualification
• Increasing opportunities for retention and promotion in the workplace
• Improving employment opportunities
• Meeting minimum entry requirements for other training.

Examples of evidence to support your RPL application

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contactable referees
• Written references
• Certified copies of licences and qualifications
• Evidence of previous training
• Photos or video evidence
• Work samples.