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Get Your Trade Qualification with Recognition of Prior Learning

Turn your real-world experience into formal qualifications—quickly, reliably, and with full support from our industry experts.

We specialise in mapping your on-site skills to the exact qualifications needed for state-by-state licensing, saving you time, stress, and money. It’s your trade, your future, and our mission to get you there.

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Get Your Trade Qualification with Recognition of Prior Learning

Turn your real-world experience into formal qualifications—quickly, reliably, and with full support from our industry experts.

We specialise in mapping your on-site skills to the exact qualifications needed for state-by-state licensing, saving you time, stress, and money. It’s your trade, your future, and our mission to get you there.

Construction worker, hands on hips

Get Your Trade Qualification with Recognition of Prior Learning

Turn your real-world experience into formal qualifications—quickly, reliably, and with full support from our industry experts.

We specialise in mapping your on-site skills to the exact qualifications needed for state-by-state licensing, saving you time, stress, and money. It’s your trade, your future, and our mission to get you there.

Construction worker, hands on hips
Tradesman recieving qualification from assessor
Tradesman recieving qualification from assessor
Tradesman recieving qualification from assessor

1306/82 Berrima St, Wynnum, QLD 4178

1306/82 Berrima St, Wynnum, QLD 4178

1306/82 Berrima St, Wynnum, QLD 4178

About

Why RPL Is the Right Path for Experienced Tradespeople

“RPL isn’t a cheat or workaround. It’s about formally recognising the skills you’ve earned through real-world, on-site experience—every bit as valid as someone who’s spent years in a classroom.”
Founder, Master Trades Association

Real On-Site Skills vs. Classroom Hours

Many tradespeople already have the hands-on know-how to meet the same performance criteria taught in a traditional apprenticeship. RPL simply recognises those skills.

Real On-Site Skills vs. Classroom Hours

Many tradespeople already have the hands-on know-how to meet the same performance criteria taught in a traditional apprenticeship. RPL simply recognises those skills.

Real On-Site Skills vs. Classroom Hours

Many tradespeople already have the hands-on know-how to meet the same performance criteria taught in a traditional apprenticeship. RPL simply recognises those skills.

Not a “Shortcut”—A Legitimate Process

Each candidate must still demonstrate competency against ASQA standards—covering knowledge evidence, performance evidence, and specific assessment criteria.

Not a “Shortcut”—A Legitimate Process

Each candidate must still demonstrate competency against ASQA standards—covering knowledge evidence, performance evidence, and specific assessment criteria.

Not a “Shortcut”—A Legitimate Process

Each candidate must still demonstrate competency against ASQA standards—covering knowledge evidence, performance evidence, and specific assessment criteria.

Time & Cost Savings

You skip redundant training modules and earn qualifications faster, so you can focus on higher-level projects or licensing applications.

Time & Cost Savings

You skip redundant training modules and earn qualifications faster, so you can focus on higher-level projects or licensing applications.

Time & Cost Savings

You skip redundant training modules and earn qualifications faster, so you can focus on higher-level projects or licensing applications.

High Industry Standards

Despite misconceptions, RPL is rigorously assessed. We only qualify people who genuinely meet the requirements—helping maintain Australia’s construction standards.

High Industry Standards

Despite misconceptions, RPL is rigorously assessed. We only qualify people who genuinely meet the requirements—helping maintain Australia’s construction standards.

High Industry Standards

Despite misconceptions, RPL is rigorously assessed. We only qualify people who genuinely meet the requirements—helping maintain Australia’s construction standards.

About Master Trades Association & Our Expertise

Experience, Industry Connections & Personalised Guidance

5+ Years in the RTO Sector: Our founder and core team have worked directly for Registered Training Organisations, honing our ability to interpret Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) guidelines and state-by-state licensing legislation.

Deep Construction Insight: We reverse-engineer licensing requirements—pinpointing which qualifications and units of competency you actually need for a Queensland Builder’s License, NSW Contractor License, or other state permits.

Legislation & Compliance Know-How: We understand the complexities of each state’s building commission or regulatory authority. One minor error can delay licensing by months. We streamline paperwork, so you don’t have to.

Personalized Case Management: From your first phone call to the day you receive your qualification, you’ll work with one dedicated case manager who understands your journey inside and out—no constant handoffs, no re-explaining.

5+ Years in the RTO Sector: Our founder and core team have worked directly for Registered Training Organisations, honing our ability to interpret Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) guidelines and state-by-state licensing legislation.

Deep Construction Insight: We reverse-engineer licensing requirements—pinpointing which qualifications and units of competency you actually need for a Queensland Builder’s License, NSW Contractor License, or other state permits.

Legislation & Compliance Know-How: We understand the complexities of each state’s building commission or regulatory authority. One minor error can delay licensing by months. We streamline paperwork, so you don’t have to.

Personalised Case Management: From your first phone call to the day you receive your qualification, you’ll work with one dedicated case manager who understands your journey inside and out—no constant handoffs, no re-explaining.

Meet Us

Trade Qualification Experts

Our dedicated team brings over 30 years of combined industry experience to Master Trades Association. We're skilled trades professionals and qualification specialists committed to helping you convert your on-the-job experience into nationally recognised certifications through our streamlined RPL process. From initial assessment to certification, we're here to guide you toward trade qualification success without unnecessary study.

Blake Florimo

Blake Florimo

Director

Blake Florimo

Blake Florimo

Director

Joshua Flavel

Josh Flavel

Director

Joshua Flavel

Josh Flavel

Director

Lance Miller

Lance Miller

Senior Education Consultant

Lance Miller

Lance Miller

Senior Education Consultant

Kylie Dorothy

Kylie Dorothy

Senior Education Consultant

Kylie Dorothy

Kylie Dorothy

Senior Education Consultant

Lachlan Jocubeit

Lachlan Jocubeit

Senior Education Consultant

Lachlan Jocubeit

Lachlan Jocubeit

Senior Education Consultant

Karim Ahmad

Karim Ahmad

Education Consultant

Karim Ahmad

Karim Ahmad

Education Consultant

Blake Florimo

Blake Florimo

Director

Joshua Flavel

Josh Flavel

Director

Lance Miller

Lance Miller

Senior Education Consultant

Get Trade Qualified and Licenced

Trade Qualification & Licensing Solutions

Transform your career with our streamlined Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) services. From trade certificates to builder's licences, our expert team ensures a straightforward pathway to nationally recognised qualifications without unnecessary study.

Trade Certificate Assessment

Our skilled assessors evaluate your existing experience, converting on-the-job skills into formal qualifications, helping you advance your career while maintaining your current work.

Trade Certificate Assessment

Our skilled assessors evaluate your existing experience, converting on-the-job skills into formal qualifications, helping you advance your career while maintaining your current work.

Trade Certificate Assessment

Our skilled assessors evaluate your existing experience, converting on-the-job skills into formal qualifications, helping you advance your career while maintaining your current work.

Builder's Licence Application

Apply for your builder's licence and fast-track your journey to becoming a licensed builder with our comprehensive assessment process, tailored to recognise your years of practical experience in the construction industry.

Builder's Licence Application

Apply for your builder's licence and fast-track your journey to becoming a licensed builder with our comprehensive assessment process, tailored to recognise your years of practical experience in the construction industry.

Builder's Licence Application

Apply for your builder's licence and fast-track your journey to becoming a licensed builder with our comprehensive assessment process, tailored to recognise your years of practical experience in the construction industry.

Evidence Collection Guidance

Receive expert assistance in gathering and presenting the right photos, videos, and documentation that showcase your skills and meet qualification requirements effectively.

Evidence Collection Guidance

Receive expert assistance in gathering and presenting the right photos, videos, and documentation that showcase your skills and meet qualification requirements effectively.

Evidence Collection Guidance

Receive expert assistance in gathering and presenting the right photos, videos, and documentation that showcase your skills and meet qualification requirements effectively.

Business Setup Support

Get practical guidance for establishing your trade business after certification, including licensing requirements, business structure advice, and operational best practices.

Business Setup Support

Get practical guidance for establishing your trade business after certification, including licensing requirements, business structure advice, and operational best practices.

Business Setup Support

Get practical guidance for establishing your trade business after certification, including licensing requirements, business structure advice, and operational best practices.

Qualification Verification

Our thorough verification process ensures your trade qualifications meet all Australian Qualifications Framework standards for nationwide recognition and credibility.

Qualification Verification

Our thorough verification process ensures your trade qualifications meet all Australian Qualifications Framework standards for nationwide recognition and credibility.

Qualification Verification

Our thorough verification process ensures your trade qualifications meet all Australian Qualifications Framework standards for nationwide recognition and credibility.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose from full payment discounts or split payment plans designed to make qualification accessible, with a money-back guarantee if eligibility criteria aren't met.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose from full payment discounts or split payment plans designed to make qualification accessible, with a money-back guarantee if eligibility criteria aren't met.

Flexible Payment Options

Choose from full payment discounts or split payment plans designed to make qualification accessible, with a money-back guarantee if eligibility criteria aren't met.

Tradesman shaking hands with a construction consultant
Tradesman shaking hands with a construction consultant
Tradesman shaking hands with a construction consultant

Qualifications

Trade & Building Qualification and Certificate Pathways

Transform your career with our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) services. From experienced tradies to aspiring business owners, our expert team ensures a streamlined pathway to nationally recognised qualifications without unnecessary classroom time.

Building & Construction Qualifications

Building and Construction Management Qualification

Construction Qualification

Bricklaying and Blocklaying Qualification

Carpentry Qualification

Civil Construction Plant Operations Qualification

Concreting Qualification

Waterproofing Qualification

Demolition Qualification

Landscape Construction Qualification

Painting and Decorating Qualification

Roof Tiling Qualification

Shopfitting Qualification

Solid Plastering Qualification

Wall and Ceiling Lining Qualification

Wall and Floor Tiling Qualification

Building and Construction Qualification

Project Management Qualification

Building & Construction Qualifications

Building and Construction Management Qualification

Construction Qualification

Bricklaying and Blocklaying Qualification

Carpentry Qualification

Civil Construction Plant Operations Qualification

Concreting Qualification

Waterproofing Qualification

Demolition Qualification

Landscape Construction Qualification

Painting and Decorating Qualification

Roof Tiling Qualification

Shopfitting Qualification

Solid Plastering Qualification

Wall and Ceiling Lining Qualification

Wall and Floor Tiling Qualification

Building and Construction Qualification

Project Management Qualification

Building & Construction Qualifications

Building and Construction Management Qualification

Construction Qualification

Bricklaying and Blocklaying Qualification

Carpentry Qualification

Civil Construction Plant Operations Qualification

Concreting Qualification

Waterproofing Qualification

Demolition Qualification

Landscape Construction Qualification

Painting and Decorating Qualification

Roof Tiling Qualification

Shopfitting Qualification

Solid Plastering Qualification

Wall and Ceiling Lining Qualification

Wall and Floor Tiling Qualification

Building and Construction Qualification

Project Management Qualification

Automotive Qualifications

Automotive Electrical Technology Qualification

Automotive Refinishing Technology Qualification

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Light Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Automotive Management Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Overhauling Qualification

Automotive Technology Qualification

Automotive Qualifications

Automotive Electrical Technology Qualification

Automotive Refinishing Technology Qualification

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Light Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Automotive Management Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Overhauling Qualification

Automotive Technology Qualification

Automotive Qualifications

Automotive Electrical Technology Qualification

Automotive Refinishing Technology Qualification

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Light Vehicle Mechanical Qualification

Automotive Management Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis Qualification

Automotive Mechanical Overhauling Qualification

Automotive Technology Qualification

Other Trade Qualifications

Cabinet Making and Timber Technology Qualification

Engineering - Fabrication Trade Qualification

Engineering - Mechanical Trade Qualification

Glass and Glazing Qualification

Plumbing Qualification

Roof Plumbing Qualification

Engineering Qualification

Plumbing and Services Qualification

Other Trade Qualifications

Cabinet Making and Timber Technology Qualification

Engineering - Fabrication Trade Qualification

Engineering - Mechanical Trade Qualification

Glass and Glazing Qualification

Plumbing Qualification

Roof Plumbing Qualification

Engineering Qualification

Plumbing and Services Qualification

Other Trade Qualifications

Cabinet Making and Timber Technology Qualification

Engineering - Fabrication Trade Qualification

Engineering - Mechanical Trade Qualification

Glass and Glazing Qualification

Plumbing Qualification

Roof Plumbing Qualification

Engineering Qualification

Plumbing and Services Qualification

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Residential construction site being built
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Book an Appointment

Schedule your free assessment call to discuss your trade qualification pathway. Your journey to becoming fully qualified, licensed and business-ready starts here.

Our Working Program

  • Monday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Tuesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Wednesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Thursday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Friday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Saturday

  • Closed

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Our Working Program

  • Monday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Tuesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Wednesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Thursday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Friday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Saturday

  • Closed

  • Sunday

  • Closed

Our Working Program

  • Monday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Tuesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Wednesday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Thursday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Friday

  • 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  • Saturday

  • Closed

  • Sunday

  • Closed

Get in Touch

Let's Talk About Your Trade Journey

Submit your details and we'll be in touch shortly. We're here to answer your questions about pathways to qualification and how we can help you turn your experience into recognised credentials. No pressure, just practical advice from people who understand the industry.