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  Posted by BasileMember - Located in France on September 23, 2025 at 2:28 pm

  Hello,

  Is anyone can recommend me a good website For RPL .

  I would like to do a cert 3 or 4 in Horticulture .

  I found a lot on internet but not a lot of them accept overseas student and I don’t want to do a studiant visa for a RPL .

  If you have any suggestion or tips I would appreciate .

  Thank you

  Regards

  Basile

  Mark replied 1 week, 5 days ago 2 Members · 1 Reply

  • Cert IV horticulture
  • certificate III horticulture
  • horticulture RPL
  • RPL Australia
  • working in Australia
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  Mark

  Administrator - Located in Australia

  September 25, 2025 at 10:11 am

  Hi Basile, great question. Before I suggest a few providers and tips, I want to highlight a few important caveats to avoid wasting time or money, especially if you’re an overseas individual.
  

  Key things to watch out for:

  1. Make sure the provider is an RTO
     Only choose an RPL provider linked to an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO). This ensures your certificate is nationally recognised.

  2. Ask if they accept overseas clients.
     Not all RTOs accept students from outside Australia. You’ll need to contact them and ask: “Can I apply for RPL while living overseas?”

  3. You’ll need solid evidence.
     RPL is based on your previous work experience. Be ready to provide photos, references, videos, reports, or job descriptions to show your skills.

  4. Partial vs Full Recognition
     You may not always get the full Cert III or IV via RPL. Some providers might ask you to complete extra units if your experience doesn’t cover everything.

  5. Avoid dodgy providers
     Be wary of companies offering “instant” or “cheap” RPL without proper assessment. Always verify they work with a registered RTO.

  Some providers to check out:

  I did a little googling and based on what I found, here are a few Australian websites that offer RPL for horticulture. You’ll need to contact them directly to ask if they accept overseas students:

  • Qualify Me – Offers RPL for Certificate III in Horticulture. Website: https://qualifyme.edu.au

  • Skills Certified Australia – Offers Cert III RPL. Website: https://www.skillscertified.com.au

  • Skills Recognition – Online RPL options available. Website: https://skillsrecognition.edu.au

  • Australian Special Skills & Services – Focuses on horticulture qualifications. Website: https://australianspecialskillservices.com.au

  • Thoughtplanters – Offers arboriculture/horticulture qualifications and RPL. Website: https://au.thoughtplanters.com

  When you contact them, ask:

  • Do you offer RPL to students living overseas?

  • What evidence do I need to provide?

  • Will I receive a full Certificate III or IV?

  • Which RTO issues the certificate?

  • How much does it cost and how long does it take?

  What you can do next (your action plan)

  1. Shortlist 3–5 providers
     Use the ones above as starting points and find contact details.

  2. Ask the key questions
     When you reach out, ask:

     • “Do you allow RPL for people outside of Australia (living overseas)?”

     • “What evidence do you require (photos, work reports, references, videos)?”

     • “Will I gain a full Certificate III or IV, or only partial credit (units)?”

     • “Which RTO issues the certificate, and is it nationally recognised?”

     • “What are the costs, and how long does it typically take?”

  3. Prepare your evidence portfolio
     While waiting for responses, gather everything you can:

     • Detailed CV and work history

     • Photos / videos of you doing horticulture work (planting, pruning, irrigation, etc)

     • Any supervision reports, performance reviews, references from employers

     • Any previous certificates, even from your home country

     • Any documents (plans, maintenance logs, project descriptions)

  4. Check legal/regulatory acceptance
     If your goal is for Australian use (e.g., work or migration), ensure that the certificate from the provider will be accepted by Australian employers or the assessing body for migration (if relevant in the future).

  5. Be cautious of “too good to be true”
     If a provider promises a full certificate in 1 week for an extremely low cost or with minimal evidence, be sceptical and check their RTO registration and reputation.

  Getting a Cert III or IV in Horticulture via RPL is definitely possible from overseas, but it takes good preparation and the right provider.

  I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck on your journey!

  Let us know how you get on! 🙂

  Regards

  Mark

  

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