School of VET
You may be eligible to have your past studies and/or work experience count as RPL or Credit Transfer towards the achievement of units of competency in ACAP courses. This means that you could be exempt from some of the unit of competencies and/or subjects listed in your course sequence guide and be able to complete your qualification in a shorter period of time. Please note that while you may apply to ACAP for an indication of Credit and/or RPL that would be awarded as part of our course you must be an enrolled student with ACAP before you can be awarded any Credit of RPL towards a unit of competency/subject. For further information, visit the full Credit Arrangements Policy.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) |
Credit Transfer |
What is an RPL? RPL can give you credit for:
Note: You must be a current student with ACAP. |
What is Credit Transfer? Credit Transfer can give you credit for:
Note: You must be a current student with ACAP. |
How do I apply? Step 1: Contact your VET Coordinator To discuss the process of your potential RPL and to obtain the RPL Kit. Step 2: Collect Evidence Read through your RPL Kit - this helps you match your previous 1) Have I received any relevant training (e.g. on-the-job training, 2) Do I have any recent (3 years) relevant work experience that 3) Do I have proof and/or documentation (e.g. resume, work Good evidence is current, relevant, authentic and transferable! Step 3: Enrol into the modules Enroll yourself into the modules in which you are seeking RPL Step 4: Submit application for RPL Fill in the Application for RPL(VET) and forward it Adelaide, Sydney and Online Delivery Adminstration ACAP, Locked Bag 11, Strawberry Hills, Sydney NSW or email VETAdministration@acap.edu.au Melbourne Adminstration ACAP, PO Box 12322, Beckett Post Office, Melbourne or email to VETAdministration@acap.edu.au Brisbane Adminstration ACAP, PO Box 10469, Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD or email VETAdministration@acap.edu.au What happens next? Your RPL application will be assigned to an Assessor. You will be If you are found to be Not Yet Competent you will be required to Is there a fee? If you are Competent you will incur an RPL fee (this is 50% of the regular If you are receiving Fee-Help, this will be covered by this student loan |
How do I apply? Step 1: Collect evidence Please check if you have completed any of the same, or Please note: Any copies of original qualifications, Step 2: Submit application for Credit Transfer Please fill in the Application for Advanced Standing (VET) Adelaide, Sydney and Online Delivery Administration ACAP, Locked Bag 11, Strawberry Hills, Sydney NSW or email VETAdministration@acap.edu.au Melbourne Adminstration ACAP, PO Box 12322, Beckett Post Office, Melbourne VIC 8006 or email VETAdministration@acap.edu.au Brisbane Adminstration ACAP, PO Box 10469, Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD or email VETAdministration@acap.edu.au Is there a fee? There are no fees for Credit Transfer.
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What if I am unhappy with the outcome?
You may appeal the decision in accordance with the Academic Grievances and Appeals Policy and Procedure.
Are my records safe?
We keep all records in a safe and secured environment. However, your portfolio will be assessed by a qualified assessor and may be examined by State Training Authorities for purposes of audit, accountability and registration.
What if I hold qualifications from overseas?
We will consider them carefully given that they are certified and either in English or translated into English.
Any other questions?
Please contact your VET Coordinator.