Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about:

  • the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
  • contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
  • a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.   

Skills and Learning Recognition (VET) Policy

Show Field Notes
Status Historic Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date 4th May 2020 This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date 4th May 2023 The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority Vocational Education Board The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date 4th May 2020 This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date 30th April 2024 This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer Meagan Wilson
Director Vocational Education and Training
This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner Marc Blanks
Executive Director Education Excellence
This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Enquiries Contact Meagan Wilson
Director Vocational Education and Training
General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

This is the first document to be published in Melbourne Polytechnic's new Policy Register. It is basically equivalent to the document that was approved and in effect at the time the migration occurred, except for the numbering system and references, which have been updated to align with the new formatting and current requirements.



Clauses Amended:Policy: All


Version History

Edition 2: Vocational Education and Training (VET) Board – 04/05/2020 – Revised name of policy from Recognition of Prior Learning (VET) Policy to Skills and Learning Recognition (VET) Policy, for clarity. Updated the requirements for credit transfers and RCC. Updated reporting in line with new MP governance processes.

Edition 1: Academic Board – 30/08/2019 – New Recognition of Prior Learning (VET) Policy