Forms

Application for a Trade Skills Recognition Certificate of Proficiency (VT100)

Recognition of Trade Skills forms

The estimated processing time for an application is approximately 12 weeks. Please note that if any additional information is required or you are required to undertake an Independent Competency Assessment, the processing time will be extended.

Unfortunately, we have limited capacity to respond to enquiries during times of peak demand and we will contact you regarding the progress of your application in due course.

Please wait until at least 8 weeks before you contact us regarding the status of your application.

We apologise for the inconvenience these delays may cause and thank you for your understanding.

If you are applying for a licence from the Department of Fair Trading

  • Please ensure you have received your Certificate of Proficiency prior to applying to the Department of Fair Trading for a licence (if a licence is a requirement). 

You can check on the latest licencing requirements here.

Required field

Before you start to complete your application:

  • You must read: Preparing your application for a Certificate of Proficiency
  • Upload files must be less than 5MB each and restricted to the following fomats:
    gif jpg jpeg png txt pdf doc docx ppt pptx xls xlsx zip
    All documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size.
  • Video files are not allowed, however, you may provide a listing of all your videos in an attachment. We can request these if required to assist with the evidence to support your application.
  • An application fee of $200 is payable once your application has been accepted. You will be contacted directly for payment.
  • Allow approximately 30 minutes to fully complete the application as you will not be able to save this as a draft.

To be eligible to apply, you must:

  • be living in NSW or living in Australia and intending to work in NSW
  • have completed a current Australian trade qualification relevant to this application
  • not be in an active apprenticeship or one that was completed less than 6 months ago
  • not have a current Trade Skills Recognition Certificate of Proficiency application in progress prior to 18 December 2023
  • not be under 18 years of age. 


Only limited apprenticeship or trade vocations are available for trade skills recognition.

Involvement of independent third party experts

Your application will be referred to an expert to review in accordance with section 36 of the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 2001. When contacted by the expert you must cooperate and provide information as requested or attend an interview. The expert will provide a report to assist the Commissioner to make a determination regarding your application. 

Decisions may be:

  • Stood over - more information is requested and/or
  • Interview and
  • Independent Competency Assessment - theory and practical trade testing by a registered training provider. Fee $350 and/or
  • Certificate of Proficiency refused
  • Certificate of Proficiency approved. 

Start here:

Do you already have a trade skills recognition application in process with the department prior to 18 December 2023?

Do not proceed with this application process.


Contact: trade.skills@det.nsw.edu.au. 

Are you an active apprentice or have you completed an apprenticeship less than 6 months ago?

Do not proceed with this application process.


Contact us or call 13 28 11 for assistance. 
Do you have 3 years or more of employment, skill and knowledge in the trade you are applying for, and able to demonstrate it?

Do not proceed with this application process.

Do you need a reissue of a previous certificate?

Do not proceed with this application process.


Visit the links below to apply for a certificate reissue:
Please note that we do not reissue Craft and Completion Certificates. If you completed an apprenticeship or traineeship and require evidence of a Craft or Completion Certificate being issued, you may request a Notification of Attainment or an Extract of Record.

For information on licensing see NSW Fair Trading.

 

Applicant's personal details

If you are not living or working in NSW, attach evidence of intending to work in NSW. Evidence is required, such as employer statement of upcoming work in NSW, or a signed contract with your employer to commence work in NSW at a specified date.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Will you need an interpreter to assist you if you are required to undertake an independent competency assessment or interview?
Will you need any special aids if you are required to undertake an independent competency assessment or interview?

Previous applications

Have you previously applied to have your trade skills assessed?
Was your application approved

Australian trade qualification relevant to this application

Australian qualification #1

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?
Can you supply copies of the evidence that was used to support the RPL/Credit Transfer (CT) awarded by your RTO?

IMPORTANT:

  • evidence for credit transfer = transcripts of previous study.
  • Evidence for RPL = the evidence you submitted to your RTO for RPL to be awarded. This may include portfolio of work, assessment questions, videos, etc. If you are unsure you may need to call your RTO for assistance before proceeding with your application.

NOTE: Photos of completed work will NOT be accepted and applications with insufficient evidence may be declined.

You cannot proceed with this application at this time

Please re-apply once you are able to supply evidence to support the credit transfer/ RPL which was granted by your RTO.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another qualification?
Australian qualification #2

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another qualification?
Australian qualification #3

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.

Apprenticeship training

Have you ever commenced or completed an apprenticeship in Australia?
Apprenticeship details
Did you complete your apprenticeship?

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


One file only.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Have you ever commenced and/or completed a relevant trade qualification overseas?
Overseas qualification details
Did you complete the qualification?

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


One file only.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.

Employment details

Are you currently employed?
Current employer details
current employer state fieldset
If you are not living or working in NSW, attach evidence of intending to work in NSW – [info button], evidence such as employer statement of upcoming work in NSW or signed contract with employer to commence work in NSW at a specified date.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


One file only.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Supervisor details
i.e. trade assistant
See evidence requirements for employer references. 

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 5 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Are you currently using the trade skills you are applying to have recognised in your current employment?

Employment history

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency. The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Austalia.  

Refer to employer references requirements. 

Start with your most recent employment history.

A maximum of 5 previous employment history details are allowed. Choose the most relevant to support your application.
Previous employer #1 details
i.e. trade assistant
See evidence requirements for employer references. 

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency.

The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Australia.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another employer details?
Previous employer #2 details
i.e. trade assistant

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency.

The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Australia.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another employer details?
Previous employer #3 details
i.e. trade assistant

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency.

The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Australia.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another employer details?
Previous employer #4 details
i.e. trade assistant

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency.

The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Australia.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.
Add another employer details?
Previous employer #5 details
i.e. trade assistant

Evidence of sufficient past employment in the trade is necessary to determine your eligibility for a Certificate of Proficiency.

The evidence must indicate an equivalent of at least three years of trade skills and knowledge demonstrated in relevant trade full time paid employment and at least 12 months for overseas trained people in Australia.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.

Additional information

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short (must be less than 60 characters).

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, txt, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, zip.
50 MB limit per form.

Maximum file size 5MB. All upload documents and images should be optimised to reduce file size. Keep file names short.

No drop box , google forms or shared folders.


Maximum 2 files.
5 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png.
50 MB limit per form.

Declaration and privacy notices

Privacy Collection Notice

This form collects sensitive/health information, which will be handled and protected appropriately to its sensitivity, and will only be used for the purpose you are providing it in this form. Please read the privacy collection notice for more information about how we handle your information.

You are providing this personal information so that Training Services NSW can process your request.  

This information will only be used for applying for a Trade Skills Recognition Certificate of Proficiency, and for directly related actions arising from that request. It will be stored and protected appropriate to the sensitivity of this information and will not be used for any other purpose.    

Training Services NSW will not share or disclose your personal information to anybody else unless required or authorised by law, such as by court order.  

Training Services NSW will store and protect your personal information until the enquiry or purpose of contact has concluded. Subject to any other legal requirements regarding information retention, your information will be retained for 3 years. 

More information  

This privacy notice applies only to the information you are providing in this form. If you would like to know more about how Training Services NSW meets its regulatory obligations in collecting, using, sharing and storing personal and health information, you can read their complete Privacy Policy or Privacy Management Plan on https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/rights-and-accountability/privacy.  

You have the right to access your personal and health information held by Training Services NSW, without excessive delay or expense. You also have the right to have your personal and health information corrected if it is inaccurate or outdated.   

If you would like to access or correct your personal information, please contact below: 

Address:

Legal Services - Privacy

Department of Education
GPO Box 33
SydneyNSW2001
Australia

02 7814 3896

Access to information

You may also contact Training Services NSW if you have any questions about this privacy notice.  

Background  

Personal information   

Personal information is any information or an opinion about an individual whose identity is apparent or can reasonably be ascertained.  

Health information 

Health information is a specific type of ‘personal information’ which may include information about your physical or mental health or disability. It includes information you provide to a health organisation, information about any health services you receive or have received in the past, and certain organ donation and genetic information.  

Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998  

NSW Government Agencies must comply with the Information Protection Principles (IPPs), which are outlined in the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (PPIP Act). These regulate the collection, storage, use and disclosure of personal information held by Government Agencies.  

Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 

NSW Government Agencies, public and private health organisations and providers and large businesses that hold health information must comply with the Health Privacy Principles (HPPs), which are outlined in the Health Records and Information Privacy Act 2002 (HRIP Act). These regulate the collection, storage, use and disclosure of health information.  

Declaration

I declare as follows:
  • The information and documents I have provided are complete and correct and the documents are genuine.
  • I consent to Training Services NSW contacting third parties to review or verify any information or document that I have provided (for example current and past employers, training organisations and government agencies).
  • I understand that I may be required to provide additional information, attend interviews, undergo an independent competency assessment, or undertake further training, and that my application may be rejected if I fail to comply.
  • I understand that application fees are not refundable even if my application is rejected.

WARNING: it is a criminal offence under the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) to provide false or misleading information in your application.

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Type: Form
Author: Department of Education Training Services NSW
Publication Date: 30 January 2023

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