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
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Customer Services for International Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
One year of experience in table services
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Customer Services for International Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Three years' of experience in table services
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Customer Services for International Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Five years' of experience in table services
Assessment Methods
Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$750
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Restaurant Management for International Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Six years' of experience in table services, of which not less than three months in restaurant management
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$1,200
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Kitchen Management for Western Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Five years' of experience in production section, of which not less than three months in kitchen management
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$990
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Kitchen Management for Western Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Six years' of experience in production section, of which not less than three months in kitchen management
Assessment Methods
Written, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$1,200
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Cooking Skills and Techniques for Western Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
One year of experience in production section
Assessment Methods
Written
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$550
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Cooking Skills and Techniques for Western Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Three years' of experience in production section
Assessment Methods
Practical, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$4,500
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Cooking Skills and Techniques for Western Cuisine
Relevant Working Experience
Five years' of experience in production section
Assessment Methods
Practical, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$4,500
List of Clusters
Applicant's Previous Work Area
Catering Industry
Level
Name of Clusters
Cooking Skills and Techniques for Western Cuisine (American)
Relevant Working Experience
Three years' of experience in American food production
Assessment Methods
Practical, Interview
Application Fees
Competency assessment：HK$4,500
List of Clusters
