Registered Scientist (RSci) is a professional qualification in the United Kingdom that was introduced in 2012 as an extension to the Science Council's existing professional registers.[1] This register extends the framework to allow professional recognition for higher technical roles. Holders of this qualification can use the post-nominal letters RSci. 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 listed below are licensed to award the Registered Scientist title.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Professional Registers". Professional Registers. Retrieved 7 January 2015.
  2. ^ "Professional Registers". Science Council. Retrieved 7 January 2015.
  3. ^ Great Britain: Parliament: House of Lords: Science and Technology Committee (2012). Higher Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects.
  4. ^ Professional Registration: Gain the recognition you deserve. Royal Society of Chemistry. 2014.
  5. ^ "What is professional registration". Professional Registers. Retrieved 7 January 2015.
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