Registered Scientists can be found in a huge variety of scientific and higher technical roles. They apply their skills and knowledge whilst working autonomously and have the ability to resolve problems and identify, review and select appropriate techniques, procedures and methods.
Once registered, you must maintain your status through meeting continuing professional development (CPD) requirements each year. As you progress in your career and gain more responsibility and experience, you may want to apply for Chartered Scientist.
Becoming a Registered Scientist
Applicants need to demonstrate their competence across five areas by providing examples from your working life, usually within the last five years, that illustrates how you have met each standard. This is then assessed either online or in a face to face interview.
An applicant for Registered Scientist will need to explain how they meet the below competences.
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Applicants for RSci who do not hold a Level 5 or above qualification must complete a RSci equivalence report. The purpose of the report is to evidence that you have gained the equivalence knowledge to a Level 5 qualification through work-based learning.