OPEC Systems is an award winning, Australian-owned Registered Training Organisation (RTO 41595).
OPEC Systems established OPEC College in 2019 to focus on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for public and private sector employees including former Defence and First Responder personnel. OPEC College also delivers industry specific courses within eight key faculties for people who are unable to achieve full RPL.
The aim of OPEC College is to help you to gain well-deserved qualifications, either through RPL where we formally recognise the knowledge and skills you already have, or through provision of additional training to achieve your qualifications.
People choose OPEC College because they recognise that our parent company works hand in glove at the forefront of industry, allowing us to develop training packages that mirror best practice and current trends. This sharp industry focus provides our graduates with an employment edge.
Ex-Defence personnel also choose OPEC College because of our deep understanding of the Defence environment.
We employ the very best trainers to deliver our nationally recognised qualifications and offer immersive education opportunities to ensure a meaningful education experience for those people who require it.
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