Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) mechanism
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) mechanism aims to acknowledge the work experience and skills accumulated by industry practitioners in the workplace and award relevant QF-recognised qualifications at QF levels 1 to 4. It supports practitioners in continuous learning, reduces redundant training, and enhances their opportunities for career advancement. Upon completion of SCS by respective Industry Training Advisory Committees (ITACs), RPL will be implemented in accordance with industry needs, with suitable assessment agencies appointed by the Secretary for Education to provide assessment services.
Eligibility requirements for an organization to undertake the role of AA for the RPL mechanism:
- must be a legal entity;
- possess good knowledge of Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF);
- provide the RPL assessment services on a non-profit making basis;
- demonstrate strong network with the stakeholders of the respective industry;
- demonstrate relevant experience in providing skill assessments or trade tests to the practitioners of the respective industry;
- capable to provide and arrange all necessary hardware and software for accommodating the assessment requirements; and
- have sufficient resources to maintain the assessment services over the appointment period.
AA : HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education
Term of Appointment : 1.4.2024 - 31.3.2029
Enquiry : (852) 2508-8865
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 15.11.2011 - 30.6.2027
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : Caritas Institute of Community Education
Term of Appointment : 2.7.2019 - 30.6.2027
Enquiry : (852) 2239-6363
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 7.1.2013 - 30.6.2028
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : Hong Kong Association of Gerontology
Term of Appointment : 1.9.2015 - 31.8.2028
Enquiry : (852) 2775-5756
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 15.12.2015 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : Clothing Industry Training Authority
Term of Appointment : 1.1.2022 - 31.12.2024
Enquiry : (852) 2263-6300
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 1.6.2008 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education
Term of Appointment : 1.9.2018 - 30.6.2027
Enquiry : (852) 2508-8862
AA : HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education
Term of Appointment : 1.7.2021 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 2587-3225
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 15.11.2011 - 30.6.2027
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education
Term of Appointment : 15.3.2017 - 30.6.2025
Enquiry : (852) 2508-8864
AA : Hong Kong Productivity Council
Term of Appointment : 15.3.2017 - 30.6.2025
Enquiry : (852) 2788-6335
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 1.6.2008 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Collaborating organisation : The Hong Kong Association of Property Management Companies (HKAPMC)
Term of Appointment : 15.3.2011 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Collaborating organisations : Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) and Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions Qualifications Assessment Centre Limited (HKFTU)
Term of Appointment : 1.12.2014 - 30.11.2024
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
AA : HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education
Term of Appointment : 1.7.2021 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 2508-8865
AA : School of Science and Technology of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Term of Appointment : 1.11.2015 - 31.10.2028
Enquiry : (852) 3120-2710
AA : Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Term of Appointment : 1.6.2008 - 30.6.2026
Enquiry : (852) 3907-6868
Recognition of Professional Qualifications under HKQF
With effect from September 2018, professional qualifications can be recognised under HKQF. Eligible organisations may apply to become assessment agencies for issuing professional qualifications under Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF).
"Professional qualifications" refers to qualifications (other than mere membership status) granted by a bona fide local organisation to individuals who meet the requisite academic qualifications plus prescribed years of industry or professional experience and have passed through a robust assessment in written or practical format, not necessarily underpinned by an associated learning programme.
Please visit the Hong Kong Qualifications Register for QF-recognised professional qualifications issued by the above Assessment Agencies.
