Introduction
DPTC RECOGNITION RESOURCES
Defence members may gain skills, acquire knowledge and develop attributes through any combination of formal or informal training, education or experience. Recognition is the formal acknowledgment of a member's current competency or previously attained learning outcome, regardless of how, when or where that learning occurred. DPTC's recognition policy is based on the principles of transparency and accessibility, whilst our procedures for processing applications ensure timeliness and accountability.
Whats new?
DPTC has recently produced guides to assist prospective applicants and their workplace supervisors through the recognition process.
Policy
Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is recognition?
What are the benefits of recognition?
Who can apply for recognition?
What are the rules of evidence?
What is recognition?
Recognition is the formal acknowledgment of the skills, knowledge and attributes a person has, regardless of how, where or when that learning occurred. Recognition is a generic term that encompasses recognition of current competencies (RCC) and recognition or prior learning (RPL).
What are the benefits of recognition?
The recognition process minimises duplication of training by acknowledging applicants previous formal training, work experiences or life experience. This means that if your subordinate is granted recognition, he or she may not need to attend part (or even all) of a course prior to attaining a qualification; alternatively, DPTC may identify the skills that applicants do and do not possess, and tailor individual learning programs. These outcomes have significant potential to minimise impact on the operational capability of the workplace.
Who can apply for recognition?
Generally speaking, any Defence or prospective Defence member may access the DPTC recognition process at any stage of their career. Members do not have to be panelled on a course to seek recognition; rather, they should be encouraged to seek recognition at any time they believe that they satisfy the conditions. However, recognition is not a mechanism for gaining qualifications not linked to job requirements. Applicants must be eligible to attend the course in question, the competencies sought must meet a Service need, and efficiencies must reasonably be expected as a result of recognition being awarded.
What are the rules of evidence?
For evidence to be admissible, it must be valid, sufficient, authentic, current, and demonstrate the applicants consistent application of defined skills, knowledge and attributes.
Contact
Questions or requests about DPTC Recognition Resources should be e-mailed to dptc.rcc@defence.gov.au