What is APEGS and How Does the CBA Report Fit Into Your Licensing Process?
If you are an engineer or geoscientist planning to work in Saskatchewan then you will hear about APEGS. But what exactly does APEGS do? And how does the CBA report play into getting your licence?
To become licensed by APEGS you must meet several requirements. One important part of this is showing your work experience. That’s where APEGS work experience reporting comes in.
What is APEGS work experience reporting?
APEGS needs you to document your work history in engineering or geoscience. It’s about showing you have learned the needed skills with guidance. Your experience should prove you can manage actual projects responsibly.
Simply listing your job titles and duties won't be enough. APEGES wants detailed examples that show how you applied your knowledge. This helps them assess whether you meet their standards.
If you want to call yourself a professional engineer or professional geoscientist in Saskatchewan you have to go through the APEGS licensing process.
Why is work experience reporting important?
One big part of this process is reporting your work experience. They call it APEGS work experience reporting.
APEGS wants to see how you have used engineering or geoscience on actual projects. It’s not enough to have a degree or a job title.
You need to show you can think about things and solve problems.
What is APEGS CBA?
CBA means Competency-Based Assessment and APEGS cares more about your skills. The APEGS CBA report is where you show how your work shows those skills.
This report is all about your actual experience and how you’ve grown as a professional. It's your opportunity to share clear examples that show you've met the requirements.
How Should You Prepare Your APEGS CBA Report?
You need to start by reviewing the competency list carefully. Think about your work and pick examples that best show your abilities.
And describe your actions, methods and outcomes. Be truthful and avoid overstating things.
Keep in mind that the assessors are interested in your development. Discuss your learning experiences and areas where you have gotten better.
Getting help is okay
You don't have to do this alone. Many people find the APEGS experience reporting tough at first.
A good way to get it right is to talk to someone who knows the process well. They can read your draft and help you make it better.
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