Clusters of Units of Competency
RPL clusters of units of competency, qualifications requirements and assessment methods
Based on the SCS formulated by the Industry, the RPL mechanism will be conducted in the form of clusters of units. Applicants may decide on the level of qualification for the clusters they wish to apply for recognition based on their prior working experience and relevant experience.
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Level
Name of Clusters
Relevant Working Experience
Assessment Methods
Application Fees
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Examination Management
Relevant Working Experience
6 years' experience in vehicle repair/ examination, of which not less than 4 years in vehicle examination management
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$890
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Examination
Relevant Working Experience
5 years' experience in vehicle repair / examination, of which not less than 3 years in vehicle examination
Remarks: Applicants may obtain QF qualification for this RPL cluster by means of verification of supporting documents on or before November 14, 2026.
Remarks: Applicants may obtain QF qualification for this RPL cluster by means of verification of supporting documents on or before November 14, 2026.
Assessment Methods
Verification of Supporting Documents or Working Experience /, Interview
Application Fees
Verification of supporting documents：HK$290 Or Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Exhaust Emission Examination
Relevant Working Experience
6 years' experience in vehicle repair / examination, of which not less than 4 years in vehicle exhaust emission examination
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$890
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicles Sales
Relevant Working Experience
5 years sales working experience with at least 3 years vehicles sales experience
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$990
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicles Sales
Relevant Working Experience
6 years sales working experience with at least 4 years vehicles sales experience
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$1200
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Marketing
Relevant Working Experience
5 years sales and marketing working experience with at least 2 years vehicle marketing experience
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Marketing
Relevant Working Experience
6 years sales and marketing working experience with at least 3 years vehicle marketing experience
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$890
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
New Vehicle Delivery
Relevant Working Experience
5 years in automotive working experience with at least 3 years new vehicles delivery experience
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Part Purchasing Management
Relevant Working Experience
6 years' experience in parts and accessories sales and vehicle parts purchasing management, of which not less than 4 years in parts sales and purchasing management
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$1,200
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Automotive Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Vehicle Body Paint
Relevant Working Experience
5 years vehicle servicing working experience with at least 3 years vehicle body paint experience
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
