Recognition of Prior Learning. (July 2024)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) - What is it? 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process of mapping international gymnastic coaching accreditations/qualifications to an equivalent level within Gymnastic Australia's coaching education framework.

If you believe that you have acquired the competencies for a particular Gymnastics Australia accredited level, you may formally apply to have these skills recognised. 

Please note – RPLs are only available to coaches who can provide evidence that they gained the required level of knowledge/skills outside the Gymnastics Australia education framework (for example, by providing evidence of international coaching accreditations).  

RPL Process Overview

The RPL application process involves completing the following tasks:

1. Completing the RPL Application Form

The application will require information & supporting documentation addressing the following requirements:

• Personal Information
• Australian Club Details (details of your prospective employee)
• Evidence of Coaching Qualifications to apply an Accreditation (including personal resume)
• Integrity Requirements to apply Technical Membership

Please review the form and collect all relevant documentation prior to submitting an application.  A checklist of required documents has been provided below for your use: 

• Resume/CV including contact details of 2 referees
• Letter of Recommendation from ALL gymnastics employers within the last 10 years - must be on letterhead, signed, dated, non-editable format eg. PDF and include a statement confirming whether applicant has been subject to any complaints investigations or had employment suspended/cancelled
• Letter of Recommendation from ALL National Gymnastics Federations/Peak Body that applicant has been a member of within the last 10 years and include a statement confirmation whether the applicant has been subject to any complaints investigations or had membership suspended/cancelled
• Police Check dated within 3 months of RPL application for all countries that they have lived in for a period of 12 months or more
• Australian Police Check dated within 3 months of RPL application (required if applicant has been in Australia for more than 14 days)
• Working With Children Check (if applicant has already arrived/living in Australia)
• Sport Integrity Australia Course Certificate - Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport Induction
• Evidence of Gymnastics Coaching Qualifications

*Note: All documentation must be in English and officially translated where applicable or applications will not be accepted.

2. Creating a GA Profile / Completion of GA Child Safeguarding Courses / Payment RPL Application Fee  

• Create a Gymnastics Australia account.
• Complete The Athlete's Voice and the Every Body Is Unique child safe guarding courses on FLEX (Gymnastics Australia's LMS platform).
• Make payment for the application via FLEX under the Recognition of Prior Learning category

3. Next Steps  

• Once an application has been submitted, a Gymnastics Australia staff member will reach out to you to help you through the process. 

How long does an RPL take?

RPL’s typically take a minimum of 1-3 months to complete, and you are not guaranteed to receive an accreditation. High volumes of applications may result in longer timeframes.

Fees - How much does an RPL cost? 

The cost of an RPL depends on the level of accreditation you wish to attain. 

The RPL fee covers your first year of Technical Membership with Gymnastics Australia, as well as administration and assessment fees.

Other important information

Please be aware you that if you choose to pursue an Advanced Silver or High Performance accreditation, you will not gain a FIG 2 or FIG 3 Certification.

The Advanced Silver or High Performance accreditation awarded through this process is only recognised within Australia.

​​For more information about RPLs, please contact us.