Chartered Professional Trainer
Professional Recognition for TVET and Continuing Education Trainers. Recognising training competence, subject expertise and professional practice through portfolio-based assessment.
Recognising Excellence in Professional Training
Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) combines subject knowledge with the practical skills required for employment and professional practice. Trainers working in this field are responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating learning that responds to the needs of learners and industry.
The CACE Chartered Professional Trainer certification recognises experienced trainers who can demonstrate appropriate subject knowledge, training competence and professional practice.
Portfolio-Based Recognition: Applications are assessed through a portfolio of evidence rather than attendance at a CACE training programme.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcomed from trainers, educators, instructors and assessors involved in TVET, continuing education or professional training.
Sector Expertise
Relevant knowledge and experience in the applicant's professional or industry sector.
Training Experience
Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering training activities.
Relevant Qualifications
Appropriate educational, professional or industry qualifications.
Assessment Competence
The ability to assess learning and evaluate training outcomes.
Professional Development
Evidence of ongoing professional learning and development.
Professional Conduct
Professional conduct consistent with CACE standards.
Regulated Occupations: Applicants working in regulated occupations must hold any licences or registrations required by the relevant authority. CACE certification does not replace a licence, registration or other authorisation required to practise in a regulated field.
Professional Training Sectors
CACE currently accepts applications from trainers working in the following sectors.
Applications from other sectors may be considered where the applicant can demonstrate relevant professional and training experience.
Evidence Required for Assessment
Applicants must submit a comprehensive and clearly organised digital portfolio containing the following materials.
Covering Statement
Introduce yourself, identify your area of expertise and explain why you are applying for the Chartered Professional Trainer certification.
Professional Profile
Provide your contact details, educational background, current role and a brief summary of your professional and training experience.
Curriculum Vitae
Submit a current curriculum vitae outlining:
- Education and qualifications
- Professional certifications and licences
- Employment and industry experience
- Training and teaching experience
- Professional memberships
- Publications and research
- Awards or relevant recognition
Qualifications & Professional Evidence
Provide copies of qualifications, certificates, licences or registrations relevant to your training sector. Documents should be current and capable of verification.
Training Philosophy
Explain your approach to training, including how you support:
- Learner-centred teaching
- Practical skills development
- Inclusive participation
- Industry relevance
Training Experience
Describe the programmes, courses or workshops you have delivered. Include information about:
- Your role and responsibilities
- Subjects taught
- Target learners
- Delivery methods used
- Duration or extent of experience
- Outcomes achieved
Lesson Plans
Include representative lesson plans showing learning objectives, content, teaching methods, learning activities and assessment arrangements.
Training & Assessment Materials
Provide examples of materials you have developed or used, such as:
- Presentations and handouts
- Learning guides
- Practical activities
- Digital or online learning materials
- Assessments and marking criteria
- Learner evaluation tools
Authorised & Confidential Materials
Applicants should submit only materials they are authorised to share and must remove confidential or personally identifiable learner information.
Learner Feedback & Outcomes
Where available, provide evidence of learner feedback, completion outcomes, performance improvements or other information showing the effectiveness of your training.
Continuing Professional Development
Include evidence of relevant courses, workshops, conferences, professional activities or independent learning completed to maintain or develop your competence.
Professional References
Provide references or recommendation letters from employers, supervisors, colleagues or other suitable persons who can comment on your knowledge, experience and effectiveness as a trainer.
Portfolio Preparation Guidelines
Before submitting your application, ensure that your portfolio is complete, accurate and professionally organised.
Document Organisation
- Arrange the documents in the order stated above.
- Use clear headings and descriptive file names.
- Check that all information is accurate and current.
Document Quality & Compliance
- Ensure scanned documents are complete and legible.
- Remove confidential learner or organisational information that is not required for assessment.
- Include an English translation for supporting documents prepared in another language.
Submit Your Digital Portfolio
Applicants are required to submit their complete digital portfolio by email to CACE.
Application Email
Send your completed portfolio to:
Required Email Subject
Important: CACE will acknowledge receipt of the portfolio. An application will be treated as complete only when all required evidence has been received.
How Applications Are Assessed
CACE will assess the portfolio against the requirements applicable to the applicant's sector and professional practice.
Portfolio Submission
Submit the complete digital portfolio with the required supporting evidence.
Evidence Review
CACE assesses the applicant's qualifications, training experience and professional practice.
Further Verification
Additional evidence, clarification or an assessment interview may be requested where necessary.
Additional Assessment Requirements
During the assessment, CACE may:
- Request additional documents or clarification.
- Ask for further evidence of qualifications or experience.
- Invite the applicant to an assessment interview.
- Require the applicant to explain selected portfolio materials or training practices.
Assessment Interview
An interview is not required for every applicant.
The assessment method depends on the sector, the evidence submitted and whether further verification is necessary.
Assessment Duration: The assessment process may take up to three months from the date a complete portfolio is received. Submission of a portfolio does not guarantee certification.
Take the Next Step in Professional Recognition
The Chartered Professional Trainer certification provides an opportunity for experienced trainers to present evidence of their professional knowledge, training competence and continuing development.
Prepare your portfolio in accordance with the requirements and submit your application for assessment by CACE.
Apply for Chartered Professional Trainer