Recognition of prior learning and/or experience

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) and Accreditation of Prior Achievement (APA) are assessment processes that allow achievement from a range of activities, using any valid assessment method, to be recognised. Provided that the assessment requirements of a given unit or qualification have been met, these processes can be used to accredit part of a unit, unit(s) or a qualification.

Evidence submitted under these systems must be:

• valid
• authentic
• current
• relevant
• sufficient.

Centres are expected to establish their own RPL policy, in line with Edexcel policy. For more information, please refer to the 'Recognition of Prior Learning Policy' in the Policies for Centres area of this website.