Saskatchewan Board Requirements
Professional Engineers
The continuing education requirements of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS) are provided below:
There are five activity categories recognized in the CPD Program that provide the framework for credit reporting. Three categories are classified as verifiable activities and two categories classified as nonverifiable activities.
Verifiable activity categories as defined as follows:
- Formal Activity: These activities are structured learning opportunities that provide proof of completion when finished.
- Presenting: These activities are either technical or professional presentations made by the member and are outside a member’s normal job functions.
- Technical Publications, Patents and Codes: These activities expand or develop the technical knowledge base in the disciplines of engineering and geoscience for the benefit of the public and are available to the public, other professionals and students.
Non-Verifiable activity categories as defined as follows:
- Informal Activity: These activities are not normally offered by an educational institution or other formal organizations, but expand your knowledge, skills, or judgment in your career development.
- Participation: These activities promote peer interaction and provide exposure to new ideas and technologies, not only enhance the professions but also serve the public interest.
1. Of the 30 CPD credits required:
- A minimum of 12 credits must be obtained in verifiable activity categories; and
- A maximum of 18 credits may be obtained in non-verifiable activity categories.
2. Obtain credits in a minimum of two of the five activity categories annually.
Note: Banking is not permitted for the annual ethics requirement.
Professional Land Surveyors
The continuing education requirements of the Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association (SLSA) are provided below:
CPD credit hours can be earned through a variety of professional development activities, including:
1. Courses & Seminars:
- 1 hour of activity = 1 credit hour
2. Association Participation:
- 2 hours of activity = 1 credit hour
3. Presentations and Papers:
- 1 hour of activity = 1 credit hour
4. Meeting Attendance:
- 1 hour of activity = 1 credit hour
5. Self-Study and Professional Practice Research:
- 2 hour of activity = 1 credit hour