In the APEGS process, becoming a geoscientist-in-training is the first step towards registration as a Professional Geoscientist, regardless of how much experience you may have, or from where you received your education.
To become a geoscientist-in-training you must demonstrate that you have met the academic requirement for licensure as a Professional Geoscientist.
For information on the application process, choose the option below that applies to you.
Geoscientist-in-Training – Canadian Graduate
If you have a four-year Canadian bachelor’s degree in geoscience you should apply under the Geoscientist-in-Training – Canadian Graduate category. If you have a Canadian degree that is not in geoscience, but is in a related science, you should apply under Geoscientist-in-Training – International Graduate category.
Geoscientist-in-Training – International Graduate
If you have a bachelor’s degree in geoscience from outside of Canada, or a Canadian degree that is not in geoscience (but is in a related science), you should apply under the Geoscientist-in-Training – International Graduate category.
Geoscientist-in-Training – Previously Licensed with APEGS
If you were previously licensed as a geoscientist-in-training with APEGS, please visit the Reinstatement section of our site for information on how to re-apply.
Geoscientist-in-Training – Elsewhere in Canada
If you are a geoscientist-in-training, or have met the academic requirement for licensure elsewhere in Canada, you may apply through a simplified process that’s available through Inter-Association Mobility.
Academic Assessment – Self Assessment
Complete a self-assessment to find out if an academic assessment is required.
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