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Recognition

What is Recognition?

TAFE NSW recognises the skills and knowledge you have gained through previous studies, work and life experiences.

If you have formal qualifications from a TAFE, university, school or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia, containing content that is included in the qualification you want to study, you can apply for recognition. If you hold qualifications gained overseas, TAFE NSW will carefully consider them during the recognition process.

If you have been working in an occupation that is relevant to a qualification you are seeking you have probably developed skills and knowledge which can be assessed for recognition. You may also have developed valuable skills by working for a community or voluntary organisation or through other life experiences such as hobbies, sport and leisure activities, which can also be considered for recognition.

How much recognition?

Based on the skills and knowledge that you have gained through all of these means you can apply for up to and including 100% of a qualification or a course.

Benefits of recognition

You will benefit from the process because:

• you might spend less time studying
• it might cost less to gain qualifications
• you will not relearn what you already know

What do I do next?

You will need to find out about the course you want to study and approach your teacher to discuss the recognition process. The teacher will give you details of the units of competence and further information to assist you to make a decision about proceeding with your application.

The teacher you need to contact is listed under your course in the Western Institute Course Directory or in the Course Information section of the Institute’s website. Alternatively you can contact the Institute’s course information hotline on 131 601 or your local campus to be referred to the appropriate teacher.

What does it cost to apply?

If you are currently enrolled in a TAFE NSW course there is no charge to apply for recognition in that course.

Fast Track Recognition Service

For a fee you can undertake a Fast Track Recognition Service allowing you to gain a qualification faster and without attending class. To commence the fast track process you will pay $135 for a preliminary interview after which you will be provided with a quote and action plan for undertaking your assessment.

Click here for more information about the Fast Track Recognition Service.

RPL Information Kit

If you would like a copy of the RPL Information Kit you can download it in PDF format by clicking the link below.

RPL Information Kit (205.6 kB)