What is RPL?
RPL is an assessment process that recognises your prior studies and industry experience to determine if they meet the requirements of a qualification. When you submit an expression of interest for RPL, you may be awarded a ‘credit’ for previous study that may result in a reduction of the amount of units required to complete your qualification.
Why undertake RPL?
- formal recognition of your skills and knowledge gathered through your work experience
- an internationally recognised qualification from the Asia-Pacific region’s leading insurance education and training provider
- opportunities for career advancement
- a domestic qualification for overseas professionals (working in Australia, New Zealand or elsewhere)
- ANZIIF membership with accompanying membership benefits
- ANZIIF post-nominal for use on your business cards, email signature and LinkedIn
- ANZIIF digital badge to display and share your professional achievements
To submit an expression of interest
If you have five years' experience in the insurance industry, you may be eligible to seek full or partial RPL and/or credit transfer for a qualification or for a Skills Unit.
Submit your expression of interest and email a copy of the following documents including your ANZIIF Master ID* to [email protected]:
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
- Current position description (PD)
- Statement of Attainment/s and Certificate/s from an Australian Registered Training Organisation (if applicable)
*If you have not yet created a Master ID, please sign up online.
For details about New Zealand RPL compliance, visit ANZIIF New Zealand Compliance for Advisers.
Membership certificates (if applicable)
For ANZIIF membership queries, please contact Customer Service.
ANZIIF will review your documents above and may contact you if further details are required.
You will be provided with a pathway (including any credits awarded) and will be invited to participate in a pre-application discussion with an assessor to assess your eligibility for RPL assessment. If you are not eligible, you will be advised in writing with a reason.
Can I appeal the outcome of the decision related to my expression of interest?
You may appeal the outcome of your expression of interest in accordance with the Complaints and Appeals Policy located on the Student Policy website.
What is the RPL assessment process?
- A pre-application online meeting is held with an assessor to formally assess your eligibility. The purpose of the discussion is for the assessor to assess your suitability for RPL and to provide you with information about the RPL assessment. It is also an opportunity for you to ask questions and determine whether RPL is for you before submitting the Application Form.
- If eligible, you will be provided with an RPL application form.
- Submit an application form and make payment.
- A customised RPL Kit will be provided with templates for completion.
- Complete and submit your RPL portfolio of evidence.
- Once your evidence is assessed.
- The outcome of your assessment will be advised after the assessment interview.
Can I receive credit?
If your application is approved, you may receive credit for one or more Skills Units.
If your application to attain a qualification or Skills Unit through RPL or credit is not successful, you will need to enrol into, and complete, the relevant Skills Unit(s) in order to complete your qualification.
Why undertake RPL?
The cost of a full qualification is AUD2,900 or NZD3,190.
The cost to study a Skills Unit is AUD450 or NZD495.
Link to the RPL Brochure
ANZIIF RLP FAQS
What is an RTO?
A Registered Training Organisation (RTO) is an organisation accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), which is the national regulator for Australia’s vocational education and training sector.
ASQA regulates courses and training providers to ensure nationally approved quality standards are met.
What is a nationally recognised qualification?
A nationally recognised course is part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
The AQF includes specific standards for courses at different levels.
What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?
ANZIIF’S RPL is a skills recognition process that allows highly experienced insurance and/or risk professionals to prove they are competent in carrying out specified tasks described in units of competency.
The units of competency may make up an ANZIIF Skills Unit and contribute towards a nationally recognised industry qualification.
RPL is an assessment of your current experience and knowledge and takes into account other qualifications you may already have. It means you don’t have to waste time learning things you already know how to do.
Can I obtain credit transfer for my previous studies?
You may receive credit for a relevant AQF competency or competencies you have attained as listed on your RTO’s official Statement of Attainment (SOA). ANZIIF will determine your eligibility for credit transfer.
Can Tier 1 or Tier 2 be assessed via RPL?
Tier 1 and Tier 2 compliance can only be achieved via study and RPL assessment is not applicable. However credit may be applicable.
How long will it take to complete my portfolio of evidence?
It usually takes candidates three to six months to complete a portfolio for assessment.
I have no insurance or insurance-related qualifications, but I have skills, knowledge and experience gained from working in that industry. What can I do to have these skills recognised?
The RPL process considers all relevant industry skills, knowledge and experience that you have.
Through the RPL process, you may be able to achieve a complete qualification or, if you have gaps in your knowledge, a partial qualification combined with study.
How is RPL different to studying a course?
RPL doesn’t require class-based or independent study. It is a process of verifying the experience, knowledge and skills that you have developed in the workplace through the course of your career.
RPL is flexible. You can complete your portfolio in your own time and you will not need to study subjects that you already know.
What will I need to demonstrate?
To obtain RPL for any qualification or Skills Unit, you must be able to demonstrate, through the provision of suitable evidence, the range of competencies embodied within that unit or qualification.
Competencies are nationally recognised statements that describe what is expected of an employee in your job role.
You will be assessed on your ability to apply your skills and knowledge.
In applying for RPL you need to demonstrate that you:
- can satisfy the assessment criteria for the selected unit/s of competency.
- have the relevant skills and knowledge, acquired through your industry and life experience.
How will I be assessed?
You need to submit a portfolio of evidence. Your portfolio will comprise evidence statements and supporting workplace evidence to address the competency assessment requirements. You will need your manager to verify that you can complete the specific workplace tasks being assessed.
ANZIIF’s qualified assessors will interview you based on your submission.
What evidence can I provide?
Assessment may be based on a range of evidence types. Some examples of evidence may include:
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proof of formal education, for example:
- certificates, diplomas, degrees and statements of attainment or transcript of results from courses in Australia and overseas
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workplace documents, for example:
- emails or letters
- completed forms / templates
- reports
- PowerPoint presentations
All evidence must clearly show that you are the author or creator of the document.
What happens when ANZIIF receives my portfolio submission?
Your portfolio will be reviewed by ANZIIF’s qualified assessors and if satisfied that it is complete, conduct an online interview via Teams.
The purpose of the interview is to validate the information provided in your portfolio and to verify your competency.
Is my RPL submission confidential?
Yes - the only parties who are privy to the contents and outcome of your RPL submission are you and the ANZIIF RPL team.
What if I do not have enough evidence?
If you cannot provide enough evidence, you should consider undertaking gap training to broaden your range of knowledge and skills.
If I need more time to submit, what do I need to do?
If you require additional time beyond the submission due date provided by ANZIIF, email [email protected] to request an extension.
You will be advised whether your extension is approved within five business days.
Note that you may be contacted for further information before a decision is made.
Can anyone check their RPL eligibility?
Yes, anyone can check their RPL eligibility. This is done by emailing your expression of interest and the following:
information and documents to [email protected]
- ANZIIF Master ID
- nominate the qualification you are seeking (i.e. an ANZIIF qualification)
- current curriculum vitae (CV)
- position description (PD)
- external statement of attainment/s (SOA)*
*If applicable
Membership queries should be directed to Customer Service:
[email protected], please provide your academic transcript/s and certificate/s.