Professional registration with the Science Council HEaTED 6 November

Today’s presentation Overview of registration Group session to consider the competencies and how you can meet them Questions

Professional body membership and registration Join a professional body relevant to you: – Check the application form for a full list Apply for Science Council registration at one of three levels: – Technician (RSciTech) – Scientist (RSci) – Chartered (CSci)

Professional pathways through registration QCF level 3/4 QCF level 5 / 6 QCF level 7+ BTEC, NVQ, HNC HND, FdSc, BSc MSc, PhD

How to apply RSciTech and RSci: – common application process allows you to apply for membership and registration in one go – You can submit to the Science Council, indicating which professional body you want to join – Choose between written and face-to-face assessment CSci: – You will first need to become a member and then submit your application for chartered status – Application directly to the professional body

Why registration’s good for you… Recognition for what you already know and do Demonstrate you maintain the knowledge and competence developed over time Demonstrate your professionalism to colleagues and to the wider world Recognition beyond your workplace and professional body Be part of a growing community of scientists across all sectors

…and also good for your company Demonstrates quality and competence of staff A positive demonstration of their support for your career development A benchmark across departments, sectors and roles

How the registers work Framework of professional recognition, development and progression Competence in 5 key areas: – A: Application of knowledge and understanding – B: Personal responsibility – C: Interpersonal skills – D: Professional practice – E: Professional standards Ongoing commitment to professional development and conduct

Registered Scientists and Technicians are everywhere… Astra Zeneca Babcock International Castrol Dstl EDF Energy FERA GSK HPA Johnson & Johnson Kraft LGC Marks & Spencer Nikon Open University Q Chip Rolls Royce Sheffield University Thames Water Unilever Veolia Welsh Water

Application tips What, How and Why We are looking for what you have done Use examples from recent experience Have you answered the question? Read through your work