Evidence is the information you gather and provide to a TAFE Illawarra assessor to demonstrate that you have the skills and knowledge required to gain recognition.
The evidence you provide will be checked by the TAFE Illawarra assessor to ensure it is valid and authentic. Evidence provided needs to map to the unit(s) of competency. It is quality of evidence that counts, not quantity.
You need to ensure that:
- the evidence you provide covers the critical aspects and that it is sufficient
- you have provided originals or certified copies
- overseas qualifications and work experience have been assessed and translated.
Types of evidence
The evidence used in a recognition application can include anything that will demonstrate that you meet the learning outcomes of a unit. Evidence can include any combination of the following:
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Portfolio |
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Audiovisual |
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Certificates or course transcripts |
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Life experience |
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Letters and references |
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About evidence
Currency of evidence
You must be able to present evidence that your skills and knowledge are current. At the meeting with the assessor, you may be asked questions relating to your current knowledge of the skills you have previously acquired, to ensure that you are still competent.
Verification of evidence
Any copies of original qualifications, certificates or documents you submit must be certified by a justice of the peace (JP). Alternatively, the TAFE Illawarra assessor can view the original document and write a certification on the copy.
For more information regarding Recognition, speak with your Teacher or contact Course Information on 131 601.
