How Recognition Works
Think about applying for recognition
- You will need to find out about the qualification/unit of competency or course/module you want to study. Discuss with your head teacher, teacher or counsellor
- Obtain a copy of the elements of competency and performance criteria or the required learning outcomes
- Ask if there are any costs involved
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Compare your skills, knowledge and experience with the Elements of Competency and Performance Criteria
- You will need to know and document your skills from work, life experience and education
- If you have overseas qualifications, make sure they have been translated into English
- Any on-the-job training or courses you have done at work or outside work
- Any qualifications that relate to you seeking recognition
- Informal learning programs
Obtain an Enrolment Adjustment - Recognition Form
- If you believe you have the right skills to gain recognition, complete the necessary form available from the teaching section
- Help can be obtained from your head teacher, teacher or counsellor
Decide how you will demonstrate to the assessor that you have the knowledge, skills and experience
Gather the evidence you require to support your application. The kind of evidence you provide may include compiling a portfolio which contains:-
- Qualifications
- Samples of your work
- Letters of evidence
- Records of workplace activities
- Diary/journal
- Documents
If you cannot provide sufficient documentary evidence you may be asked to do a challenge activity before you can claim recognition.
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Undertaking the Recognition process
- You may have to attend an interview with the assessor. This is an informal meeting to discuss your skills. You may be assessed in many ways such as giving a practical demonstration
- The assessor may ask you questions about your application
Notification
- You will be notified of the outcome of the recognition process. If successful an official Result Notice will be forwarded to you.
