Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Gaining a qualification through RPL transforms your work experience into nationally recognised qualifications, without any further study.

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Discover the Power of RPL

Explore the benefits of choosing to formalise your existing skills and capabilities through Recognition of Prior Learning.

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Offers a faster route to formal qualifications

Earn a nationally recognised qualification without studying what you already know, or sacrificing your professional and home life commitments. 

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Recognises your hard work

RPL can help you unlock senior positions or promotions, improve your earning potential, change industries, or re-enter the workforce.

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Creates a pathway to higher education

Access higher-level courses by gaining credit towards further study. With RPL, there’s no need to start from scratch.

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Boosts workplace confidence

Spent years developing extensive industry knowledge, but lack the official credentials? RPL provides the recognition you deserve.

How RPL Works

Our streamlined RPL process turns your years of experience into a nationally recognised qualification—fast.

Start Your RPL Journey
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Check Eligibility

Complete a quick assessment to see if your experience matches our qualifications.

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Submit Evidence

Provide documentation of your work experience, skills, and achievements.

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Assessment Review

Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.

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Get Qualified

Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.

Your real work experience counts as qualification evidence

Don’t have any formal qualifications? Don’t worry. RPL uses your existing skills and capabilities to showcase your achievements and advance your career.

Any documents or references that demonstrate the hard work you’ve already put into your career can be used as evidence for assessment through Recognition of Prior Learning.

Position descriptions
Work portfolios
Project examples
Employer reference letters
Any prior training certificates

Pricing

Pricing & Payment Options for Your RPL Qualifications

Standard Timeframes

Starts at

$1,095

Get Started

Your appraisal is free. From there, our qualifications typically cost around half the price of traditional study - saving you both time and money.

  • Certificate III: $1,095
  • Certificate IV: $1,395
  • Diploma: $1,895
  • Advanced Diploma: $2,200
  • Graduate Diploma: $3,600

Fast Track Upgrade

Get it in 7 days

$350

Get Started

Need your qualifications fast? We’ve got you covered.

  • With our 7-day Fast Track upgrade, your qualifications will be issued within 7 days of enrolment and full payment.

Payment Options

Getting your experience recognised should be accessible to everyone, but we know funding it isn’t always easy. That’s why we offer flexible payment options so cost doesn’t hold you back:

  • Bank Transfer
  • Credit Card
  • Instalment Payment Plans

Find out more

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Featured success stories

See what RPL made possible for real people.

Warren Groves 

Police, Government & Executive Leadership

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“It’s frustrating when you may well be the most experienced ...

Qualification achieved:
Leadership and Management

Ray Boekelaar

Work Health & Safety, Operations & Leadership

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“You’ve got to keep your experience current and visible, oth...

Qualification achieved:
Business

Amy-Lee Pople

Mining, Infrastructure & Strategic Leadership

Amy-Lee Pople

“This wasn’t a cost, it was an investment in my future and m...

Qualification achieved:
Project Management

Find Your Perfect Qualification

Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you with the right qualification based on your experience and goals.

Qualification Quiz

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Eligibility Check

Let's start with the basics

Do you have work experience and working rights in Australia?

What are you looking for?

Describe your experience

Select your primary industry area.

Experience Duration

Select your Role Level

Choose the title that best matches your daily responsibilities.

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Initial Recommendation
For a confirmed outcome, complete our free appraisal form so our team can review your experience and evidence properly.

Ready to start your RPL journey?

Take the first step toward your nationally recognised qualification. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Fast-track in as little as 7 days
No exams or coursework required
Nationally recognised qualifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn everything you need to know about the Recognition of Prior Learning process.

Still have questions?

Our team is here to help. Get in touch and we will answer any questions you have about RPL.

How long does the RPL process take?

The amount of time it takes to complete the RPL process, including qualification matching and evidence assessment, varies depending on the provider you choose. The overall timeframe also depends on how soon you can provide suitable documentation and whether any follow-up information is needed.

However, it takes just 14 days with Churchill Education, or 7 days through our VIP Fast-Track Service.

You can secure a qualification through RPL while working full-time, as this assessment process requires no further study. Instead, it recognises the skills and knowledge you’ve already developed through your career, and means you won’t have to study what you already know.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that turns your existing work experience and skills into nationally recognised qualifications. Your experience is compared against the qualification requirements, and if they match, you’re awarded the credentials without completing any further study or sitting exams.

The best way to find out whether you’re eligible to secure a qualification through RPL is to complete a free qualification appraisal with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like Churchill Education. A Career & Education Advisor will assess your background, skills, experience, and evidence, and recommend the qualifications you may qualify for.