Recognition of Prior Learning

What is RPL

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), also known as Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) or Recognition, acknowledges what you have already learned from:

Work experience
Life experience (e.g.: Community work, hobbies etc)
Other courses or qualifications (e.g.: Formal or informal training)

The RPL process matches the skills and knowledge you already have against the course or qualification you are doing, or intend to do. If what you have learned elsewhere is relevant to your course or qualification, you may not have to do some parts of the course or qualification.

RPL applications can take two forms:

Whole of Course RPL

When you are seeking RPL for all the units of competencies/modules in the entire qualification. Successful applicants will be awarded a Certificate for the relevant National Qualification.

Part Course RPL

You must be enrolled in the modules or units of competencies of the course or qualification for which you are seeking Part-Course RPL. Applicants for Part-Course RPL will first complete this application. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive advice on what requirements you will need to undertake to complete the Qualification and be invited into a suitable set of activities within our short course programming. You DO NOT need to submit a separate course application at the time of Part Course-RPL, we will provide you with all details such as costs and scheduling when invited to join the program.

What is Credit Transfer?

If you have successfully completed an identical module/competency at another educational institution or organization, then you should apply for a Credit Transfer.

Application for Credit Transfer forms are available from our office phone (03) 9903 0101.

In order to apply for a Credit Transfer, you must be enrolled in the course or qualification for which Credit Transfer is sought. You must provide the original statement of attainment to support your application.

Why should I apply?

A successful application for RPL or Credit Transfer could mean:

You complete your course or qualification earlier than expected.
You study only subjects that are new and challenging
A reduced course load, leaving time for elective units, short courses and workshops.
Reduced course costs

What do I do?

You need to think about:

1. Previous formal study/training

If your previous course or qualification does not match up exactly with the one you are enrolled in, you complete an Application for Recognition of Prior Learning form.

If you have completed exactly the same module or competency elsewhere, you complete an Application for Credit Transfer form. You will need to provide the relevant documentary evidence of your claim.

2. Work and life experience

If you have work experience or life experience which you think has give you relevant skills and knowledge, you should complete an Application for Recognition of Prior Learning form. You may be required to attend an interview with the teaching department.

What happens if I decide to apply?

Copies of this Recognition of Prior Learning form or an Application for Credit Transfer can be obtained from our office by telephoning :(03) 9903 0101. Once completed send form together with the Processing Fee of $100.00 to our office at the address on the next page. If applying for part course RPL you will be invited to enroll in the units or modules for which you are seeking RPL. There is no fee for Credit Transfer however you must be enrolled in the course or qualification for which Credit Transfer is sought.

What happens once I lodge my RPL application?

Your application for Recognition of Prior Learning form will be assessed and you will then be contacted on what to do next. You may have to:

Give more details of your previous experience
Provide more material to support your claim (e.g.: references, certificates or samples of work)
Attend an RPL interview to discuss your previous experience.
Complete a test or “challenge” to confirm that your skills and knowledge match the outcome of the course qualification.
You may also be offered enrollment in our short course programming to attain the qualification in which you have sought RPL

What happens once I lodge my Credit Transfer application?

The Application for Credit Transfer form will be assessed and you will be advised of the outcome.

How much does it cost?

The fee for processing an RPL application is currently $100.00. This fee is set annually and is non-refundable.

Can I get help?

Applicants may seek help from the Course Coordinator on (03) 9903 0100 to facilitate the process and identify what is required for your application.

General Information

DCEHPP encourages applications from Australian Citizens and permanent residents irrespective of their gender, culture, age and location or whether they have a disability or disadvantage.

For course information or application forms contact DCEHPP on (03)9903 0101

Or email

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General enquiries: (03) 9903 0101

Address correspondence to:

Monash University

Department of Community Emergency Health & Paramedic Practice

Central & Eastern Medical School

1^st Floor Alfred Lane, Commercial Rd

PRAHRAN VIC 3181

AMBULANCE AND PARAMEDIC STUDIES UNIT

Registered Training Organisation No 3552

(Wholly owned by Monash University)

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

This application form should be read in conjunction with the information pack re: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please complete all sections of the form carefully and provide certified copies of all certificates and/or relevant material that’s supports your application.

SECTION 1: PERSONAL DETAILS

Date:
Surname:
Given names:
Date of birth:
Private address:
Telephone: Home:
Work:
Mobile:
Email:
Current Employment:

Which course/s are you applying for RECOGNITION of your PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)?

Please tick appropriate course that directly applies to your R.P.L application.

HLT21107 Certificate II in Emergency Medical Service First Response

HLT30207 Certificate III in Non-Emergency Client Transport

HLT41002 Certificate IV in Basic Emergency Care (Ambulance Community Officer in Victoria)

HLT50407 Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance) (Non-Emergency Patient Transport sector in Victoria)

SECTION 2: DETAILS OF SERVICE AND/OR OTHER RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT

Please list your current employment first.

It is important to ensure copies of relevant certificates and/or support material is attached.

Employer	Type of work Briefly Describe / List main duties / tasks	Full Time	Part Time	Period of Employment
Name:
				From:
Address:
Street:
City:
Post Code:				To:
Contact:

Telephone:
(03)

Name:
				From:
Address:
Street:
City:
Post Code:				To:
Contact:

Telephone:
(03)

Name:
				From:
Address:
Street:
City:
Post Code:				To:
Contact:

Telephone:
(03)

Information Validation Approval:

Based on the type of course in which you have applied for, DCEHPP may need to make contact with current and/or previous employers or referees, to validate certificates and support information provided within this RPL application.

I ...................................................................: agree to a representative of DCEHPP contacting employers and/or referees as stated within my RPL application.

Signed:.......................................................... Dated: / /

SECTION 3: OTHER RELEVANT EDUCATIONAL OR TRAINING DETAILS

Part A

Please detail courses / studies that are supportive of your RPL application in identifying any training and/or qualifications that have been gained in the area of Health Care / Patient Care.

i.e.: Ambulance Paramedic, Registered Nurse Div 1 / Div 2, Ambulance Community Officer, Other.

Date of Course	Details of studies (E.g. title and level of course, etc.)	Results (e.g. pass, completed, etc)

Part B

Please list any additional studies, including tertiary studies, trade certificates and personal development that you have undertaken since leaving school.

Date of Course	Details of studies (E.g. Title and level of course, etc.)	Results (e.g. pass, completed, etc)

Part C

Relevant other in-service courses, including short courses, that have been completed, (e.g. driver refresher, interstate/overseas courses).

SECTION 4: DETAILS OF AMBULANCE RELATED TRAINING COURSES COMPLETED

This section is to be completed by applicants that have had or currently have Ambulance related experience / qualifications.

Please tick the appropriate boxes. Date awarded

Ambulance Officer / Paramedic Health Certificate / Applied Science / Diploma

Ambulance Officer / Advanced Diploma / Degree / Masters / PhD

Clinic Transport Officer / Community Ambulance Officer / Ambulance Volunteer Officer Qualification, Inc. Cert.

Ambulance Driving Course (Low Risk)

Ambulance Driving (Emergency Response)

Frontline Management & Supervisor Qualifications

Senior Management Qualifications Diploma / Graduate Diploma / Degree etc

Specific Ambulance Training Courses Communications / Rescue / Major Incident

Peer Support / CISD Training

In-service / Clinical Skills Update and Annual Audits.

Are Clinical Skills currently accredited?

Clinical instructors / Mentoring Qualifications

Training officers certificate / Certificate IV Training Assessment / Higher Educ. Qualification

Advanced Life Support Training (ACLS, PALS, PHTLS)

Specialist Ambulance Qualifications, Air Ambulance etc.

Do you have operational experience in: Experience in years:

Ambulance Driving (Routine and Emergency)

Pre Hospital First Aid And Emergency Care

Communications in an ambulance environment

Medico – Legal Responsibilities (Reporting / Recording)

Moving and Transporting Patients / OH&S Requirements

Managing Aged, Disabled, Physic iatric / Culturally Diverse Patients

SECTION 5: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PREVIOUS COURSES AND PRIOR LEARNING

From the National Health Training Package, Units of competing listed below, confirm the areas for which you seek recognition of prior learning. (Please tick Credit Box). Note:* this list of units is not exhaustive, add other National Competencies you may have achieved, (provide full National Code and Title).

Office use only Y/N	Unit	Unit Descriptor	Credit
		PATIENT CARE ELEMENTS
	HLTFA2A/HLTFA402B	Apply advanced first aid
	HLTAMBCR1A	Deliver basic patient care
	HLTAMBCR401A	Deliver basic clinical care
	BSAMED201B	Use basic medical terminology
	HLTAMBCRA2A	Deliver standard pre-hospital patient care
	HLTAMBAE3A	Follow procedures for routine safe extrication of patient
	HLTFA301B	Apply first aid
		ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
	BSBCMN204A	Work effectively with others
	CHCA3A/CHCA3C	Orientation to aged care
	CHCDIS1A/C	Orientation to disability work
	HLTHIR1A	Work effectively in the health industry
	HLTHIR3A	Work effectively with culturally diverse patients etc
	HLTAMBSC1A	Manage routine scene
	HLTAMBSC2A	Manage scene of special event
	HLTAMBSC3A	Manage the scene of an emergency
	HLTAMBAE1A	Enable safe access and egress in an emergency
	HLTAMBAE2A	Implement specialist access and egress procedures
	HLTAMBAE4A	Follow procedures for safe extrication of patient in a life threatening situation
	BSBFLM303A	Contribute to effective workplace relationships
	HLTAMBPD1A	Manage personal stressors in the work environment
	HLTHIR301A	Communicate and work effectively in health
	HLTIN301A	Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
		ORGANISATIONAL ELEMENTS
	HLTOHS200A	Participate in OHS processes
	HLTHSE1A	Organisational Occupational Health and Safety
	HLTNE1A	Comply with infection control policies & procedures
	PUAOHS003A	Implement and monitor the organisation’s occupational health and safety policies, procedures and programs
	HLTHIR2A	Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
	PUACOM005A	Foster a positive organisational image in the community
	HLTAMBCR4A	Clinical mentoring in the work environment
	BSZ402A	Conduct assessment
		THE VEHICLE AND COMMUNICATIONS ELEMENTS
	HLTAMBFC1A	Communicate within ambulance environment
	HLTAMBT1A	Transport non-emergency patients
	PUAVEH001A	Drive vehicles under operational conditions
	HLTAMBT2A	Transport Emergency Patients (Emergency Driving)
	HLTAMBFC2A	Communicate in complex or difficult situations
		OTHER COMPETENCIES

SECTION 6: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PREVIOUS COURSES AND PRIOR LEARNING (cont.)

From the course outline, list the areas for which you seek recognition of prior learning. Indicate your training and/or experience which you feel relates to the course for which you are applying. If insufficient space, attach additional pages.

Course area - detail	Relevant prior experience – detail

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Check back over the application form to make sure that all relevant information has been included.

This information may comprise course outlines and other curriculum documents of prior study that may relate to your application.

You will have the opportunity to clarify points during interview if required.

Photocopies of relevant information/documents must be certified and attached to this application form. Do not send original documents.

Forward your completed RPL application form and RPL fee of $100.00 to the Courses coordinator at the DCEHPP - PDU, who will confirm receipt of the application and fee.

The RPL processing fee of $100.00 is to help defray administration costs associated with processing this application (Cheque / Money order made out to Monash University).

General enquires should be directed to:

Monash University,

Centre for Ambulance & Paramedic Studies

Central & Eastern Medical School

1^st Floor Alfred Lane, Commercial Rd

Prahran Vic 3181

Phone: (03) 9903 0100 or (03) 9903 0101

NOTE: Please allow 4 – 6 weeks for processing of your RPL Application.

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Department of Community Emergency Health and Paramedic Practice

Centre for Ambulance and Paramedic Studies RTO No 3552

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) CHECK LIST

Applicants Name: ________________________________________________________

To help DCEHPP facilitate your application please provide the following information by placing a tick in the relevant box.

Are you a Div 1 or Div 2 Nurse (Vic) or Equivalent?	YES	NO
Are you a RAV/MAS/C.E.R.T or EMR Qualified Fire Fighter?	YES	NO
Are you a Monash BEH (P) Student?	YES	NO
Are you a Vic. Uni. Paramedic Studies Student?	YES	NO
Are you a Certificate II NEPT - PTO?	YES	NO
Other? *Please Specify___________________________________*	YES	NO
Have you completed MAS/RAV or equivalent Low Risk Driving Theory?	YES	NO
Have you completed any Ambulance Course in Practical driving?	YES	NO
Have you completed any Ambulance Course in Emergency driving?	YES	NO
Have you completed any other Emergency Driving Course with another service
i.e.: Police/Fire/SES?	YES	NO
Do you have a Full Victorian Drivers Licence?	YES	NO
Have you completed a National Police Check	YES	NO
Have you attained a Victorian Government “Working With Children Check Card”	YES	NO
Are you able to Safely lift weights that are consistent with patient movement and handling requirements?	YES	NO
Do you have a current Basic First Aid Certificate?	YES	NO

If you answer YES – please provide evidence

Please complete the attached Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) Application form in full and return to DCEHPP, Central & Eastern Medical School – 1^st Floor Alfred Lane, Commercial Road, Prahran, 3181 together with your cheque or money order for $100.00 to cover RPL processing fee.

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