Registered Scientist
Registered Scientist (RSci) is an extension to the Science Council's existing professional registers, that was introduced in 2012.[1] This register extends the framework to allow professional recognition for higher technical roles. The Registered Scientist and Registered Science Technician (RSciTech), which was introduced at the same time, were developed with the support of the Gatsby Charitable Foundation.[2]
The UK Government stated in their Plan for Growth that this type of accreditation allows employers to trust the abilities of graduates.[3] This is due to the requirement of applicants to provide evidence that they meet specific competencies in their day to day role.[4]
Licensed Bodies
The professional bodies highlighted below are all licensed to award Registered Scientist.[5]
- Association for Science Education
- Institute of Biomedical Science
- Institute of Food Science and Technology
- Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine
- Institute of Science and Technology
- Institute of Water
- Institution of Chemical Engineers
- Royal Society of Chemistry
- Royal Society of Biology
References
- ↑ "Professional Registers". Professional Registers. Retrieved 7 January 2015.
- ↑ "Professional Registers". Science Council. Retrieved 7 January 2015.
- ↑ Great Britain: Parliament: House of Lords: Science and Technology Committee (2012). Higher Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects.
- ↑ Professional Registration: Gain the recognition you deserve. Royal Society of Chemistry. 2014.
- ↑ "What is professional registration". Professional Registers. Retrieved 7 January 2015.