RPL for the Logistics industry was launched on 15 March 2012. HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education is appointed as the assessment agency until 30 June 2025.

Objectives of RPL mechanism:

  • Recognize practitioners’ experience, knowledge and skills acquired at the workplace.
  • Facilitate individuals to set clear directions for further training without starting from scratch.
  • Encourage industry practitioners to pursue continuing education and lifelong learning.

 

Application Procedures

Minimum working experience requirements for applications of each level
 QF Level Years of working experience
Level 1 1 year of relevant working experience in the Logistics industry
Level 2

3 years of service in the Logistics industry (Include 2 years of relevant experience)

Level 3

5 years of service in the Logistics industry (Include 3 years of relevant experience)

Level 4

6 years of service in the Logistics industry (Include 4 years of relevant experience)

Submission of application to AA

Documents for applications:

  • application form
  • proof of working experience
  • assessment fees
Applications processed by AA

AA verify the documents and arrange assessment test

Apply for reimbursement of assessment fees

Statement of Attainment (SoA) will be awarded to applicant who has successfully passed the assessment test.  Applicant could apply for reimbursement of assessment fees to Qualifications Framework Secretariat.

RPL Qualifications

There are altogether 85 RPL qualifications available for application, covering the following branches at QF levels 1 to 4:

  • Common
  • Air Freight & Express
  • Shipping
  • Land Transport & Distribution
  • Terminals, Warehouse & Logistics Centre
  • Supporting & Ancillary Services
  • Supporting & Ancillary Services - Cargo Surveying

Transitional period for Supporting & Ancillary Services - Cargo Surveying of Logistics Industry will end on 15 February 2026.  Applicants can opt for documentary proof for the application of levels 1 to 3 RPL qualifications on or before 15 February 2026.

Please visit Logistics RPL AA website for details.