Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Applicants who consider that they have completed appropriate training or have through prior learning and experience gained the required skills/competencies stipulated for the units of the course may be granted exemption from the unit(s) or modules upon substantiation of that claim.

The assessment will be professionally conducted and will be valid, reliable, flexible and fair.

Evidence of prior learning may include:

• Evidence of current competence
• Performance, demonstration, or skills test
• Portfolio, logbook, task book, projects or assignments
• Written presentation
• Interview
• Case studies

RPL is available for all subject units. The performance criteria of each unit provide the RPL benchmarks.

If there is sufficient evidence in the application and supporting documentation, no further assessment may be necessary. If further assessment is required, it may take any practical form consistent with the assessment criteria for the claimed competencies and the principles of validity, reliability, fairness and flexibility. The method of assessment may be negotiated with the student and may consist of interview, written assignment, exam, or other.

Successful students are notified promptly of the RPL outcome. The Coordinator advises unsuccessful students of reasons for non-recognition and steps they can take to have a successful RPL claim, including appeal mechanisms.

RPL Process

If you are applying for RPL, you are required to submit evidence such as statements of attainment, certificates, work experience and/or academic transcripts of competence against the program's learning outcomes.

Your application must be submitted to the college a minimum of four weeks prior to course commencement. You cannot gain more than 50% from any one course.

Procedure

1. Collect information on the module or modules for which you believe you may be exempt.
2. Collect evidence against the purpose or outcomes of the module or you may be required to sit a short test to demonstrate your competence.
3. Complete the Recognition for Prior Learning application form. (This form should be submitted with your admissions Application Form). Forms are available from Student Administration.
4. Submit your application form with all the relevant documentation and pay the application fee.
5. Your application will be assessed within five working days
6. You will receive the results of your application in writing

If you disagree with your RPL assessment, you are able to appeal in writing to the Assessor or Campus Manager. However, you must do this within five working days of receipt of your result.

Credit Transfer

The Meridian International School recognises other Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) qualifications and Statements of Attainment awarded by other schools and colleges. Credit will be awarded for matched qualifications, units or modules.

Procedure

1. Complete the Credit Transfer application form. (This form should be submitted with your admissions Application Form). Forms are available from Student Administration.
2. Submit your application form with all the relevant documentation.
3. Your application will be assessed within five working days.
4. You will receive the results of your application in writing.

Contact the School for further information.