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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for the Education Industry

Want to formalise the valuable skills you’ve developed as an educator? Discover the power of earning a nationally recognised qualification through RPL, with no additional study required.

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Overview

Do you have experience working in the education sector within the last five years? If so, you may be able to secure a nationally recognised qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL evaluates the skills and knowledge already built through your career as an educator, whether at the foundation or university level, or anywhere in between. This may include everything from classroom management and communication to team leadership

This experience is assessed against the core and elective units that make up your chosen qualification. Whether at the Certificate or Advanced Diploma level, securing a qualification through RPL can open your career up to leadership or senior management roles in the education industry. It also shows that you have the transferable skills needed to excel in a new sector, or may qualify you for higher-level study.

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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.

Pricing

Pricing & Payment Options for Your RPL Qualifications

Standard Timeframes

Starts at

$1,095

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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

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  • 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:

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  • Instalment Payment Plans

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn everything you need to know about gaining a nationally recognised qualification as an education professional through RPL.

Still have questions?

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

Can I get an education qualification through RPL while working full-time?

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

There is a wide variety of qualifications you can gain through RPL to boost your education career, depending on your goals and current experience. Educators hoping to progress into more senior roles may choose a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management. Those working in the HR side of education may prefer a Human Resource Management qualification, ranging from a Certificate IV to an Advanced Diploma.

Apply for a qualification that demonstrates your experience in education through RPL by booking a complementary assessment with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like Churchill Education. An experienced advisor will map your existing skills and knowledge and recommend the qualifications you’re eligible for, based on the evidence you provide.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that turns the skills and knowledge developed during your education career into nationally recognised qualifications. Your experience is matched against the requirements of each unit within the desired qualification, and you’re then awarded the credentials without completing any further study or training.

Your Experience Deserves Recognition

Don't let years of hard work go unrecognised. Turn your experience into a nationally recognised qualification—starting today.

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