Glossary of RPL terms
Term | Definition |
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Assessment |
The process of gathering evidence to demonstrate competence. |
Competence |
The ability to do a task to the required standard. This is often a mix of knowledge, technical skill, understanding and problem solving in a workplace situation. |
Elements |
The key activities of a unit of competency. |
Nationally recognised qualification |
A formal certification that is recognised nationally and awarded under the Australian Qualifications Framework for the achievement of competencies. |
Performance criteria |
The standards of performance expected of a skill. |
Registered Training Organisations (RTO) |
An organisation registered to issue nationally recognised qualifications or statements of attainment for units of competency. This is the organisation that offers you recognition and assists you through the process. |
Statement of Attainment |
A statement to say you have achieved part of a qualification. You may not need a whole qualification, depending on your job, so a statement of attainment may be more relevant to you. |
Unit of competency |
A particular skill that makes up part of a workplace activity or job and the standard of performance and knowledge required. |