Frequently Asked Questions

Can Recognition really be as good as formal training?

Yes. Clients who have learned skills through informal learning and training pathways have often spent many years learning and demonstrating competence. They have established competence through continued employment and progression of their careers and maintain currency through working daily in the field. When considered this way, it is clear that Recognition assessment is not a lesser pathway to gaining a qualification nor is it an easy ‘way out’.

Does Recognition have the same requirements as other assessment?

Yes. Recognition assessment must meet the requirements of the endorsed components of the training package or accredited course. It must be fair, valid, reliable, sufficient, flexible and equitable for all persons, and, meet the assessment guidelines included in the unit of competency being assessed.