Become an
Advanced
RPL Hero
The only mentored microcredential program that transforms how you design, develop and deliver RPL —
so every candidate gets a fair shot at recognition.
Why your RTO can't afford
to ignore RPL any longer
RPL done poorly is costly, time-consuming, frustrating and in some cases, can even cost RTO registration. RPL done well is a powerful, compliant pathway that benefits candidates, employers and the whole economy.
ASQA is Watching RPL
RPL is listed as an active regulatory risk priority. Non-rigorous practices are cited in almost every RTO shutdown so far since 2025.
Assessors Lack Confidence
Only a fraction of VET trainer/assessors say they feel highly confident assessing RPL applications, let alone designing the tools. That gap is a compliance liability.
The System is Failing Candidates
Skilled workers are turned away because current processes rely on paperwork that some candidates simply don't have — despite possessing the skills.
Australia's Skills Shortage
Many workers are skilled but unrecognised. High-quality, candidate-centred RPL is a direct and meaningful solution to this national issue.
Cert IV Doesn't Cover This
The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment covers RPL at a surface level, not the advanced, field-tested practice demanded in 2026.
Demand for Experts Is Rising
RTOs who can streamline recognition with guided, candidate-centred processes will be in high demand as the skills shortage deepens.
Choose the right pathway for you
All programs include self-paced online learning, expert mentor support, and lifetime access for alumni to the RPL Matters community. Rolling intakes so you can start any time.
Learn & Assess
- ~12 hrs video content + eBooks
- One-on-one expert mentoring
- Clustering embedded: earn 2 credentials at once
- Peer discussion forum
- RPL Matters membership for alumni
Assessment Only
- Skip learning — certify what you know
- Mentor support available
- Clustering embedded — earn 2 credentials
- RPL Matters membership for alumni
Learning Only
- Full video + eBook program
- Mentor support included
- Upgrade to certification anytime
- RPL Matters membership for alumni
Advanced Practice — Clustering Program
Dedicated program for mastering how to cluster units of competency for assessment. Already embedded in the RPL Assessor programs. Earn 2-in-1 credentials or enrol as a standalone course.
with RPL program
Enrol Anytime — Start Immediately
Rolling intakes mean no waiting. Enrol and your personal learning dashboard is set up automatically. Access all materials from day one.
Learn at Your Own Pace
Work through ~12 hours of video content, eBooks, and formative activities over your 6-month access window, and do it on your schedule.
Get One-on-One Mentor Support
You're never left alone. Every registrant gets individual mentor support. Certification pathways include an expert RPL assessor assigned to you.
Submit, Be Assessed, Earn Your Credential
Complete your RPL Toolkit and assessment tasks. Demonstrate your learning at exit interview. On success, receive your digital badges, and personalised PDF certificate.
Advanced learning that changes how you practice
Self-paced, supported, and structured to fit around your real working life. No intake dates to wait for. No being left to figure it out alone.
RPL is a regulatory risk priority for 2025–26. This program directly addresses ASQA's concerns — and gives you the tools to genuinely transform your practice and service candidates with all levels of available evidence and workplace support.
What's involved in each program?
All programs run for 6 months and are fully self-paced. Here's an approximate guide to the time commitment for each pathway.
Learn & Assess
12 hrs learning content + assessment toolkit development time (up to 80hrs)
Assessment Only
Direct to assessment — time depends on your existing materials and experience (est. up to 80hrs)
Learning Only
Full video and eBook learning program, no assessment required (up to 15hrs)
All programs provide 6 months access. Actual time varies based on your pace and prior experience.
Built for experienced VET professionals
These programs are for those who already work in the training sector and want to genuinely take their RPL practice to the next level — not just tick a PD box.
Find Your Pathway →- 🎓Experienced trainers/assessors wanting advanced, specialised RPL skills
- 📋Compliance managers who need candidate-centred processes embedded in their RTO
- ✏️Instructional designers developing valid, flexible RPL Toolkits
- 🏭Enterprise RTOs wanting to formally recognise existing worker skills efficiently
- 🔍Compliance staff who need to understand and build RPL tools
- 💡Anyone who wants RPL to be evidence-generating, not just evidence-gathering
RPL Expert — Australia & International
Learn from the best
in the RPL field
Wendy Cato is recognised both in Australia and internationally as a leader in Recognition of Prior Learning. Her expertise goes far beyond research — it's built on decades of frontline RPL work with RTOs, industry groups, sector organisations, and thousands of candidates.
She has trained hundreds of assessors and helped thousands of people get formal recognition for their on-the-job skills. When you learn from Wendy, you get what actually works in practice, not just what sounds good in theory.
- → Nationally and internationally recognised as an RPL expert
- → Decades of frontline RPL practice — not just theory
- → Hundreds of assessors trained across Australia
- → Thousands of candidates supported through RPL
Pick your pathway.
Start immediately.
All programs open for rolling intake — no waiting for a cohort. Enrol and your dashboard is set up automatically. Start the same day.
Learn & Assess
- ~12 hrs video content + eBooks + templates
- Expert one-on-one mentoring
- Microcredential + digital badge
- 2 credentials: RPL + Clustering
- RPL Matters community access
Assessment Only
- Skip to certification — verify what you know
- Mentor support available
- Microcredential + digital badge
- 2 credentials: RPL + Clustering
- RPL Matters community access
Learning Only
- Full video + eBook learning program
- Mentor support included
- Digital badge + PDF credential
- Upgrade to certification anytime
- RPL Matters community access
Group registrations available — sliding discount for multiple enrolments from the same organisation. Email us for a quote →
Free lifetime access to RPL Matters — included for all alumni
Australia's community of learning about RPL. Guest speakers, peer discussions, an ever-growing resource library, and ongoing professional development. Yours automatically on completion.
Learn About RPL Matters →Everything you need to know
Register for the free information session. Course creator Wendy Cato will walk you through everything you need to know before enrolling.
Watch Free Info Session →What's the difference between Learn & Assess and Assessment Only?
What's the difference between a Learning Program and Certification?
How long do I have access, and how long does it take?
Can I enrol anytime, or do I have to wait for an intake?
Do I receive two credentials from the RPL Assessor program?
Are group or organisational discounts available?
What exactly is a microcredential vs a digital badge?
RPL doesn't have to be
the same old story
Join hundreds of VET professionals who've already transformed how they practise RPL. Start today, earn your microcredential, and become the RPL hero your candidates — and your RTO — truly need.