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

Recognition of Trade Skills forms

Due to an increase in new Trade Skills Recognition (Certificate of Proficiency) applications, our estimated turnaround time has increased. 

The estimated wait time for a new application to be determined is approximately 6-8 weeks.

Applications with incomplete or insufficient supporting evidence may take longer. 
We apologise for the inconvenience these delays may cause.

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.

Before you start to complete your application:


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 have a currently registered, approved or pending contract as an apprentice in NSW
  • not have a current Trade Skills Recognition Certificate of Proficiency application in progress prior to 30 January 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 30 January 2023?
Do not proceed with this application process.

Contact: trade.skills@det.nsw.edu.au. 
Are you an active apprentice?
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.
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?

Evidence that supports the RPL pathway to the qualification you are applying for must be attached. e.g. the portfolio of work for the trade. Please note that photos of work undertaken are not acceptable. Evidence for Credit Transfer's will be transcripts.

Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Add another qualification?
Australian qualification #2
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?

Evidence that supports the RPL pathway to the qualification you are applying for must be attached. e.g. the portfolio of work for the trade. Please note that photos of work undertaken are not acceptable. Evidence for Credit Transfer's will be transcripts.

No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Add another qualification?
Australian qualification #3
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Was more than 50% of the training provided via a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and/or credit transfer (CT)?

Evidence that supports the RPL pathway to the qualification you are applying for must be attached. e.g. the portfolio of work for the trade. Please note that photos of work undertaken are not acceptable. Evidence for Credit Transfer's will be transcripts.

No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.

Apprenticeship training

Have you ever commenced or completed an apprenticeship in Australia?
Apprenticeship details
Did you complete your apprenticeship?
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
One file only.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Have you ever commenced and/or completed a relevant trade qualification overseas?
Overseas qualification details
Did you complete the qualification?
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
One file only.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.

Employment details

Are you currently employed?
Current employer details
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.
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
One file only.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
Supervisor details
i.e. trade assistant
See evidence requirements for employer references. 
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
Maximum 5 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
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 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.

Additional information

No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.
No drop box , google forms or shared folders. 
 
Maximum 2 files.
25 MB limit.
Allowed types: gif, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, eps, tif, pict, psd, txt, rtf, html, odf, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, xls, xlsx, xml, avi, mov, mp3, ogg, wav, bz2, dmg, gz, jar, rar, sit, svg, tar, zip.

Payment details

Please ensure you have attached all required evidence as per the Preparing your application document.

The processing fee shown below is not refundable if the application is refused or withdrawn.

To make Online Payment: Click here.

or

Copy the link below and paste in your web browser and press enter to make payment:
https://quickweb.westpac.com.au/OnlinePaymentServlet3?communityCode=DOENSWCORP&supplierBusinessCode=TRAINING&currencyCode=AUD

The TSR number will be your chosen vocational CIB found here. For example ELECTRICAL is 704.

When processing your payment through this portal, please select the Reason for Payment as “Trade Skills Recognition Application fee”.

Your Payment Total is $200.00 (note: 0.4% surcharge applies on Visa and Mastercard).

Assessment and review of the application will be based on information you have submitted.

Declaration and privacy notices

Privacy notice

Your personal information is being collected in connection with your application for a Certificate of Proficiency under the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Act 2001 (NSW). You are required to provide this information otherwise your application cannot be considered. We may disclose your personal information where necessary to verify it. Your personal information will be held by the Training Services NSW (part of NSW Department of Education) on behalf of the Commissioner for Vocational Training. To access or update your personal information contact trade.skills@det.nsw.edu.au.

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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