Fast-track Your Qualification with Your Experience

At Vital Training Solutions, we understand that your unique experiences and skills deserve recognition. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process offers you a seamless way to gain credit towards your desired qualification, saving you time and effort on your educational journey. Whether you’re a working professional, a seasoned industry expert, or someone with a diverse range of experiences, RPL can be your gateway to achieving your goals faster.

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning, or RPL, is a comprehensive assessment process aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It involves evaluating your prior learning experiences, encompassing formal, informal, and non-formal learning, to determine the credit you can receive towards your chosen qualification.

Why Choose RPL?

RPL offers a personalised approach to education that values your past achievements. Here’s why RPL could be the right choice for you:

  • Efficiency: Your valuable experiences could translate into credit points, reducing the time required to achieve your qualification.
  • Flexibility: Whether you gained skills through work, training, or life experiences, RPL recognises and acknowledges your diverse learning paths.
  • Tailored Learning: RPL identifies areas where you’re already competent, allowing you to focus on acquiring new knowledge and skills.
  • Cost-effective: By reducing the learning required for your qualification, RPL can potentially lower the overall cost of your education.

Our Transparent RPL Process

We pride ourselves on a transparent, fair, and consistent RPL process that’s guided by our RPL specialists. Here’s how it works:

  1. Initial Contact: Reach out to us well in advance of your course start date. Our friendly Vital Training Solutions team will provide you with the necessary information to assist your decision-making process. Contact us via our website, email or phone for an informative discussion about your eligibility and available options. We will then provide you with our Candidate RPL overview and application forms and our course pre-enrolment forms.
  2. Enrolment and Evidence: Once your RPL is approved, we’ll provide you with the RPL Assessment Workbooks for each of the Unit of Competencies you are applying for. This step involves a self-evaluation of your qualifications, work experiences, and industry skills. You’ll compile documents as a portfolio of evidence of your competencies, experience and skills. Our provided checklist will guide you in gathering the required documentation.
  3. Submission of Evidence: Present your evidence in the requested format, following our checklist guidelines. This collection of documents showcases your skills and experiences for assessment.
  4. Assessment and Decision: Our expert assessors at Vital Training Solutions will review your application, employing standardised assessment tools. Depending on the case, you might be asked for further clarification, demonstration of particular skills, or an interview with an assessor. Successful candidates will be granted RPL, while those needing further guidance will receive valuable feedback and alternative options.
  5. Gap Training (If Required): For candidates with specific gaps in their qualifications, Vital Training Solutions offers tailored gap training solutions. This flexible pathway ensures you acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to meet the qualification requirements.

Financial Information

When applying for RPL with Vital Training Solutions, please note the following financial details:

  • Application Fee: A non-refundable administration application fee of $240.00 is required upon submitting your RPL application. This fee may be deducted from the total course fee once your application is approved.
  • Course Fee Payment: After the approval of your RPL application, you will need to pay the remaining course fee in full before Vital Training Solutions can provide your RPL report.
  • Additional Fees: Depending on the complexity of your RPL assessment and the qualifications/units involved, additional fees may apply. These fees can vary and will be based on the specific requirements of your RPL assessment.
  • Smart and Skilled Applicants: For applicants eligible for Smart and Skilled funding, fee structures may differ based on your eligibility status. Please contact us for more information about fee structures for Smart and Skilled applicants.

Unlock Your Potential with RPL

We’re dedicated to empowering individuals like you to achieve your education and career goals efficiently. Our RPL process recognises your unique journey and helps you gain the credit you deserve. Contact Vital Training Solutions today to embark on a transformative learning experience that respects your past accomplishments and propels you towards a successful future!

Further Information

Further information about Recognition of Prior Learning can be found on the ASQA website. If you need more information or would like to discuss further get in touch here.

If you would like to start your RPL application, download and complete the Candidate RPL Overview and Application Forms, and then email your completed form to admin@vitaltraining.com.au. From there, one of our team will be in touch to discuss your application.