OPEC College

Phone

1300 99 OPEC

Email

[email protected]

Experience matters
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RPL and study options
OPEC College is an Recognised Training Organisation -
meaning we can support your education in all stages
Recognition of Prior Learning
RPL solutions to turn your experience in nationally accredited qualifications
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OPEC Systems is an Australian-owned Registered Training Organisation (RTO 41595). We established OPEC College in 2019 to focus on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for public and private sector customers including if you have just left the Defence Force, Police Force or other First Responder organisations. OPEC College also offers study options for customers who are unable to immediately achieve RPL.

If you are unsure whether to go for recognition of your skills or the training route, contact us for a free assessment

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What an incredible experience! Working with David and his team has been such a delight. They truly go above and beyond to help people achieve their goals in obtaining a qualification. Their knowledge and background in supporting students throughout the RPL process is second to none! They made it so easy for me and kept me in the loop throughout the entire process, with efficient and open communications. I highly recommend OPEC College to all.
Amy KlankeGraduate of OPEC College
It has been a very pleasant experience from the beginning to the end. I will definitely recommend your college and see where this adventure takes me.
Ksenia Edwards Graduate of OPEC College
Got to say it has been an awesome experience working with you and your team, and I will most certainly recommend you to my students and colleagues.
Dorothy PatersonGraduate of OPEC College
What an incredible experience! Working with David and his team has been such a delight. They truly go above and beyond to help people achieve their goals in obtaining a qualification. Their knowledge and background in supporting students throughout the RPL process is second to none! They made it so easy for me and kept me in the loop throughout the entire process, with efficient and open communications. I highly recommend OPEC College to all.
Amy KlankeGraduate of OPEC College
Outstanding service and delivery I am very impressed with OPEC and will be recommending to my colleagues. Many thanks again for all your support, encouragement and guidance.
Melissa GriffithsGraduate of OPEC College
Smooth communication from the outset, set the standard for a fuss-free RPL process. Shortfalls in competencies were addressed promptly, accurate descriptions of evidence was politely requested and assessed. In a competitive upskilling marketplace, OPEC College is my first port of call.
Matt LunnyGraduate of OPEC College
I recently went through RPL for 3 qualifications. OPEC process was easy to follow. Special thanks to David Kirkby who communicated effectively throughout the RPL process. Keep it up David.
Sant KumarGraduate of OPEC College
Working with OPEC College has been a seamless, engaging and respectful engagement. Communication was clear from the beginning. Ruth was a delight to work with. Thank you for working with me to obtain recognition for my skills, knowledge and experience.
Liz CGraduate of OPEC College
Reliable, direct, genuine and valid process of RPL. All the staff are so friendly and helpful. Not like other providers who are money driven, with complicated processes and asking for upfront payments with empty promises. OPEC College is the solution to your nightmare RPL providers.
Elisabeth AngelGraduate of OPEC College
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RPL plus study

Use the OPEC College Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) shortcut and convert your skills and knowledge into recognised qualifications, with study options available to fill any gaps in your experience.

Nationally recognised qualifications

Independently validated to meet current industry requirements.  

Flexible

Study and learn at your own pace, with options for study slow–down and acceleration to suit changing circumstances. 

Connected to industry

OPEC College is a subsidiary of OPEC Systems, an award-winning Australian company with established industry links, enabling training with a contemporary and ‘real world’ focus. 

Teaching excellence

Our trainers use the very latest learning strategies to help ensure understanding, retention and application, and deliver an engaging education experience.

Convenience

Study online.

Anywhere.

Anytime.

Degree pathways

Partnerships with higher education providers enable provision of credit towards a range of Degree qualifications, with significant time and cost savings.

Open ended enrolment

When you are ready to commit to study, we’re ready for you.

Career accelerator

Our industry–focused qualifications lay the foundation for a successful and rewarding career in your chosen field.

Free RPL Eligibility Check

RPL PROCESS

What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)?

Step 1

Free assessment

Fill in our pre-assessment form and we’ll give you the guidance you need for the next steps to achieving your career and qualification goals

Step 2

Evidence portfolio

With our help, gather evidence, e.g. current resume, reference letters, examples of work completed, to prove your prior skills and knowledge and submit it online for our assessors to review.

Step 3

Evidence review

After we’ve assessed your evidence portfolio we’ll contact you for a competency conversation and a practical observation if required.

Step 4

Training if needed

If necessary, fill in any gaps in your prior learning and achieve greater qualifications through our online training courses.

Step 5

Qualified!

Your new certifications are Nationally Recognised and issued by our Registered Training Organisation (RTO). You are now ready to pursue your new career and greater opportunities!

Free RPL Eligibility Check

Courses

OPEC College

David Kirkby, General Manager

David spent twenty years in the Australian Army, as Combat Engineer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Manager and as a Warrant Officer Class 2, working at the School of Military Engineering as the Wing Sergeant Major.

Upon leaving Defence, David ran a Learning Development and Training Company, delivering EOD and other Public Sector courses, as well as Health and Safety.  David then taught with Queensland TAFE, Brisbane North Institute and then went on to become Chief Executive Officer of a Registered Training Organisation.

David started at OPEC Systems in 2017 to work in Senior Management across Human Resources, Training and Change Management but also to build OPEC College. OPEC Systems has six Divisions working broadly and deeply across multiple sectors both in Australia and overseas, providing David with access to up-to-date information on what is happening in industry.  He believes that this ‘finger on the pulse’ capability provides OPEC College with the edge on standalone RTOs.

Thank you so much for your support and assistance throughout this journey. I am going to miss the intellectual challenges and catch up chats we had that these units provided me.  This is a qualification course that I have wanted to do for a long time but life happened instead, and now you and your team have helped me achieve it.  I have and will continue to recommend OPEC College to others.
Vivianne GassonGraduate of OPEC College
It has been a very pleasant experience from the beginning to the end. I will definitely recommend your college and see where this adventure takes me.
Ksenia Edwards Graduate of OPEC College
Got to say it has been an awesome experience working with you and your team, and I will most certainly recommend you to my students and colleagues.
Dorothy PatersonGraduate of OPEC College
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