If you can already do the work but have no certificate to prove it, RPL is your shortcut to a recognised qualification — without re-learning what you already know.
What RPL does
It formally assesses your existing skills and knowledge against a qualification. If you can prove competence, you earn credits or a full qualification — however you learned it.
Who it's for
Experienced workers without formal papers, career-changers, and anyone whose skills outpace their qualifications. It's also used to access further study.
The process and evidence
You'll be guided to gather evidence — work samples, employer letters, logbooks, prior certificates — and be assessed by a registered assessor, often with a challenge task. Genuine experience, well documented, is what counts.
Finding an RPL provider
Not every provider offers RPL for every qualification. Search Skivo and ask institutions directly whether they offer RPL for the qualification you want.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is RPL faster than a full course?
Usually, because you're proving existing competence rather than learning from scratch — but it still requires proper assessment.
Can RPL give a full qualification?
Yes, if you can demonstrate competence across all outcomes. Otherwise you earn partial credits.