Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Skills Recognition was established for people to receive the qualifications they deserved based on their knowledge, skills and experience.
If you’re currently working in the building and construction industry and are thinking about obtaining a qualification- trust the process with a registered training organisation that specialises in building and construction.
Builders Academy Australia (BAA) is one of Australia’s most awarded training organisations in building and construction.
Builders Academy Australia (BAA) was awarded the:
Based on the principle of “builders training builders”, BAA draws on its deep connections to Simonds Homes, one of Australia’s largest domestic home builders. With this close industry link, Simonds rich history and experience is reflected into the courses BAA delivers, ensuring graduates are ready for today’s competitive workforce.
Quite simply, we live and breathe building and construction. BAA do not deal with hundreds of qualifications across different industries. We specialise in building and construction.
You will not be putting your RPL process in the hands of third party suppliers or brokers. Your future is too important. Do it right and come directly to the source.
Firstly, BAA will manage the whole process for you. No third parties or brokers, you will be dealing with the actual registered training organisation that is responsible for assessing, granting and issuing your qualification.
Builders Academy Australia can help you:
There is no need to learn what you already know. BAA consider the skills and knowledge you have gained over the years through work and life experiences. Experience can be gained through formal and informal learning, in Australia or overseas, through work and through other activities.
We see the RPL process as a fact-finding process where we work with you to substantiate what you have already gained in the way of skills and knowledge and, from this, determine what you still need to know. Subject to sufficient evidence being provided, you may qualify for credits towards a qualification. This will reduce the time it takes to get a qualification.
Gain essential knowledge and skills to be able to work across residential construction jobs as a qualified carpenter. You will be equipped to undertake projects in new residential housing construction, maintenance and repair and renovations.
Is RPL right for me for this qualification?
If you’re an individual with vast carpentry experience including framing, fixing and lock up, reading plans, new homes and renovations and building regulation compliance and can demonstrate a minimum of 3 years’ experience – you could be the perfect candidate for RPL for this qualification.
Fees
Application Fee: $175
Government Funded: $2000
Full Fee: $3500
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to get qualified, click the link below to get started!
If you would like to discuss your eligibility for government funding, click below:
You’re a registered plumber and you’ve completed your apprenticeship! The next step is to gain the qualification that will give you the skills and knowledge required to become a licensed plumber.
The CPC40920 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Operations) covers common skills relevant for the plumbing industry in addition to specialist streams relevant to drainage, gas fitting, roof drainage, sewerage and more. This plumbing course will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to achieve your VBA plumbing registration and become a licensed plumber.
Is RPL right for me for this qualification?
If you’re currently a registered plumber with at least 3 years+ experience in gas fitting, drainage, sanitary work, water supply, roofing (stormwater) work and type a appliance servicing– you could be the perfect candidate for RPL for this qualification.
Fees
Application Fee: $175
Government Funded: $2000
Full Fee: $4500
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to get qualified, click the link below to get started!
If you would like to discuss your eligibility for government funding, click below:
Learn how to plan, coordinate and complete a small to medium sized residential building project from start to finish.
Is RPL right for me for this qualification?
If you’re currently working as or have responsibilities as a site supervisor, project manager, lead foreman, construction manager or a registered builder in the domestic building industry and can demonstrate a minimum of 3 years’ experience – you could be the perfect candidate for RPL for this qualification.
Fees
Application Fee: $175
Government Funded: $500
Full Fee: $4500
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to get qualified, click the link below to get started!
If you would like to discuss your eligibility for government funding, click below:
Learn the skills and knowledge required for the management, supervision and administration of residential, industrial and commercial building projects up to three stories.
Is RPL right for me for this qualification?
If you’re currently working as or have responsibilities as a site supervisor, project manager, lead foreman or construction manager in the domestic or commercial building industry and you can demonstrate a minimum of 5 years’ experience- you could be the perfect candidate for RPL for this qualification.
Fees
Application Fee: $175
Government Funded: $2000
Full Fee: $5500
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to get qualified, click the link below to get started!
If you would like to discuss your eligibility for government funding, click below:
At BAA, we want to ensure that your evidence matches the relevant qualification. We look for the following factors:
Authenticity – Your evidence should show that the work is your own. As for trade photos or videos, include photos of you performing the tasks.
Sufficient – Your evidence should sufficiently demonstrate that all aspects of competency for your sought-after qualification are satisfied.
Current – Your evidence should either be current or recent.
Valid – Your evidence should be valid for the qualification you are seeking. That means that it should be directly related to the field of competency that is being assessed.
If you are unable to provide satisfactory evidence to determine competency, you may be required to complete gap training.
BAA may be able to help. As a registered training organisation, we are happy to discuss GAP training options with you.
BAA will only offer Gap Training in the following states and for the following qualifications where there are current face-to-face or virtual classroom online training being held.
VICTORIA
NSW
QLD
Gap Training (where available) will be charged per unit as per the Statement of Fees.
This will be capped at the ‘Full Qualification RPL Fee’ (Fee for Service Students) or ‘Full Qualification RPL Fee (Skills First Funded Students)’ inclusive of all fees already paid (except for the application fee)
Recognition of prior learning at BAA provides a fantastic opportunity for skilled, experienced individuals in the building and construction industry to obtain nationally recognised qualifications.
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to get qualified, click the link below to get started!
CPC30220 CERTIFICATE III IN CARPENTRY
CPC40120 CERTIFICATE IV IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION (BUILDING)
CPC40920 CERTIFICATE IV IN PLUMBING AND SERVICES (OPERATIONS)