There is a unique subset of skilled trade workers all around Australia that might
not have the same opportunities as their co-workers, despite working in the same
fields and earning the living. What sets these particular workers apart is that they
don’t actually have certifications that correspond to their skills, despite having
potentially worked or decades in their field. This means that these often highly
qualified workers are, on paper, unqualified.
Workers who have worked for decades in their industry of choice shouldn’t
have to then jump through hoops to gain trade recognition. If an individual already
has the practical experience, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) represents the
simplest, fastest and cost-effective way to go about getting a certification. Rather
than having to spend tens of thousands of dollars and years of time that could be
better spent working, RPL gives skilled workers the opportunity to formalise their
considerable experience.