College of Applied Biologists https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Registration FAQs What is the benefit of being an in Training registrant prior to becoming an RPBio, RPBTech or ABT? I am an ASPB member. What should I expect in my application to the College? What types of Professional Work Products (PWPs) are accepted for RPBio, RBTech or AB-LL applications? Where can I find information on course requirements and what courses meet the requirements? Which registrant category is right for me? My program is not on the accredited list—can I still apply to be a registrant? Can I make changes to my application after it has been submitted? College Board, Committees, & Staff I don’t have enough courses with the BIOL code but I’ve taken environmental science, geography, etc. courses. Can I use those for the Biology category? Can I count audited classes toward my application? I’ve finished all the coursework to apply, do I have to wait until convocation? If I’m missing a course, can I make up for it by completing additional experience? Is it sufficient to provide my transcript to demonstrate I meet the education requirements? Are my grades considered when evaluating the education portion of my application? Can I be registered with the College if I don’t have a degree or diploma? Can experience while still at university or college, such as summer jobs, co-ops, or volunteer internships, count towards the experience requirement? Do Professional Work Products (PWPs) require statistical analysis or numerical data? My employer/client is concerned about the confidentiality of the Professional Work Products (PWPs) I submit. What should I tell them? I want to take the mandatory training while I wait for my application to be evaluated. Can I do that? Is it a requirement to register as an in Training registrant before becoming a practicing registrant? Electrofishing: Theory, Safety and Uses Can I apply before completing the required education? Online/North Vancouver Can Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB)members apply to the College? Can the College provide an assessment of my courses and other requirements prior to submitting my application? Discipline Digest College Connections E-newsletter Archives Varying Locations Do I need to be living or working in British Columbia at the time of application or once I am a registrant? Professional Practice Resources College Board Minutes Varying Locations Living Lakes Canada Living Lakes Canada Varying locations Living Lakes Canada College Matters I will be working for part of next year and changing to ‘on leave’ status partway through the year. What fees do I have to pay for next year? Where do I find information about CPD? Dues? Why do we have to sign the declarations? College’s Public Register Biodiversity Field School – Chilliwack Biodiversity Field School – Okanagan Biodiversity Field School – East Kootenay / Columbia Wetlands Chris Godfreyson What is the application process and how long does it take? Apply to Register Designations Home