Convert your emergency response experience into nationally recognised qualifications through our streamlined Recognition of Prior Learning pathway.
Whether you’ve built your skills in mine emergency response teams, public safety roles, or broader emergency management, our RPL process validates your on-the-job knowledge against Australian Qualifications Framework standards.
Skip unnecessary training and get formal recognition for what you already know—turning years of hands-on experience into qualifications that enhance your career opportunities and validate your expertise.
Fast-track your qualifications by skipping unnecessary training through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. Receive credit for skills you already possess, cutting both time and costs compared to traditional training pathways.
Convert your existing competencies into formal, nationally recognised qualifications without redundant coursework. Meet industry standards faster by demonstrating the expertise you’ve already developed on the job.
Meet qualification requirements essential for new roles or promotions with official certification of your skills. Stand out in the competitive job market with formal recognition that validates your experience and capabilities.
Enjoy the flexibility of completing your RPL assessment on your schedule, not a classroom timetable. Balance work commitments while gaining qualifications, making certification accessible even for the busiest professionals.
Leverage previous formal training through credit transfer, eliminating duplication and further reducing qualification timeframes. Have relevant units already completed in other programs recognized, getting you certified and back to work faster.
Riklan is a nationally accredited, ISO 9001-certified safety training provider with over 25 years of experience in safety and emergency response training and consulting.
Our safety training professionals have worked on some of the world’s most challenging mine sites and high-risk industries and can equip you with the knowledge and skills to do the same.
We customise our courses to make them relevant to your industry. You or your employees will walk away with the knowledge, skill and natural instincts to apply what you learn to real-life situations.
Only 10-15 spots in each class means you get our undivided attention. You’ll master everything fast and remember it all when you’re on the job.
If any gaps in your knowledge are identified, we offer gap training to help you meet the necessary criteria. After completing this process, you’ll receive a qualification that aligns with your professional background.
Our Perth training centre is located in Maddington’s industrial hub, minutes from both Perth and Jandakot Airports. This strategic location offers easy metro access while providing enough space for live fire exercises and high-angle rescues. The centre features vertical rescue structures and DFES-approved hot fire ground with an aviation firefighting simulator. Experience realistic and thrilling safety and emergency scenarios in a controlled and safe environment.
Located in the heart of the historic town of Kalgoorlie, the training centre is super convenient for regional workers in the Goldfields and surrounds. Our facility houses three specialised training rooms with functional props on-site, ensuring a practical learning experience. Our two full-time trainers bring extensive industry experience and unbridled enthusiasm to every class, delivering at least 10 courses every week for maximum flexibility.
Through our Emergency Response RPL pathway, you may be eligible for nationally recognised qualifications including RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response & Rescue and PUA30622 Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations). These qualifications can accelerate your career and improve your standing in the emergency services field.
Our RPL process is ideal for experienced emergency services personnel, including mine emergency response professionals, public safety workers, rescue team members, and people with a background in emergency management. If you’ve gained significant on-the-job experience and want that experience formally recognised, our Emergency Response RPL is the perfect pathway for you.
When applying, you’ll need to provide relevant evidence such as:
– Incident reports
– Formal training certificates
– Service records
– Employer testimonials detailing your work in emergency services
This documentation supports your application by proving your prior learning and current skills align with the Australian Qualifications Framework criteria.
Yes. If you’ve previously completed relevant courses or units, we offer credit transfer options. This allows you to build on your service history and achieve qualifications faster.
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognised qualification that reflects your skills and knowledge, such as Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue (RII30719) or Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting Supervision) (PUA30622).
Our RPL pathway provides a faster, more efficient route to formal recognition, allowing you to build on your existing experience without unnecessary retraining. You can focus on career progression while ensuring your skills and qualifications remain compliant with national and industry standards. This process enhances your employment prospects in emergency management and other high-risk industries, opening doors to new opportunities that might otherwise require lengthy additional training.
