Convert your existing public sector experience into a nationally recognised qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). No further training or study is required to boost your career.
In Australia, we employ over 2 million public servants across the Commonwealth, State and Local governments which equates to around 9% of our total population being employed in the public service.
The Commonwealth public service employs about 14% of our public servants in the country, whereas the States employ around 77% and local governments employ just under 9%.
Employment continues to grow in the public service and as a community we spent $215 billion in public servant salaries and wages during 2022-2023.
Of course, there is so much diversity in responsibilities, roles, locations and opportunities when you choose a career of public service. You can be taking on new skills and exploring promotions, effectively building several careers in your lifetime.
Some would say that the superannuation and leave packages make staying in the public service for the whole of your working life very attractive too.
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Across hundreds of defence career transitions, the same four qualifications keep showing up — helping members and veterans step confidently into their next chap...
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Posting season in the Air Force is a familiar part of life. You get your orders, prepare for a new base, and start planning the logistics—again. Whether you’re...
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Posting season in the Army is more than just a change of location, it’s a shift in your entire world. New base. New command. New responsibilities. You pack up y...
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For many in the ADF, posting season is a familiar rhythm. Orders come through, bags get packed, and life shifts, sometimes across the country, sometimes across...
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For many in the ADF, posting season is a familiar rhythm. Orders come through, bags get packed, and life shifts, sometimes across the country, sometimes across...
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Our streamlined RPL process turns your years of experience into a nationally recognised qualification—fast.
Complete a quick assessment to see if your experience matches our qualifications.
Provide documentation of your work experience, skills, and achievements.
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
Complete a quick assessment to see if your experience matches our qualifications.
Provide documentation of your work experience, skills, and achievements.
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
Our experienced assessors review your evidence against qualification requirements.
Pricing & Payment Options for Your RPL Qualifications
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$1,095
Your appraisal is free. From there, our qualifications typically cost around half the price of traditional study - saving you both time and money.
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$350
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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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Everything you need to know about RPL and the Churchill Education process
Our team is here to help. Get in touch and we will answer any questions you have about RPL.
Being able to demonstrate current, relevant evidence of the skills and experience gained during your public sector career makes you eligible to secure a qualification through RPL. The best way to confirm your eligibility is by completing an 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 your police career makes you eligible for.
Yes, every public sector qualification you gain through RPL is nationally recognised and issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). They’re also exactly the same as those granted by other educational institutions, providing you secure the qualification through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) like Churchill Education.
The best qualifications to gain through RPL for a public sector worker depend on your career goals and current experience level. However, some of the most popular choices include the Certificate IV in Government, Human Resource Management, or Leadership and Management. Those with more experience may consider the Advanced Diploma of Government or the Graudate Diploma of Strategic Leadership.
RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) for the public sector is an assessment process that evaluates your existing public sector experience to help you gain nationally recognised qualifications. Rather than studying what you already know, this process assesses your skills against a set of criteria, and if you qualify, awards formal certifications that make you eligible for promotions, higher-level study, or careers in new industries.