Updating the Professional Practice Seminar for BC

​​​​​The Professional Engineering and Geoscience Practice in BC Online Seminar prepares registrants for professional practice in BC and is one of six qualifying requirements that must be completed before professional registration can be granted. The seminar is composed of 10 modules with a combination of video interviews, concise reading, case studies, knowledge tests, and activities, providing an engaging and accessible learning platform.  
 
Due to the constant evolution of engineering and geoscience practice, shifts in societal values and regional demographics, significant developments in professional regulation and the implementation of the Professional Governance Act, Engineers and Geoscientists BC made the decision to rewrite the course content for improved relevancy, accessibility, and inclusivity.  
 
With the primary goal of protecting public safety and wellbeing, the seminar content helps registrants anticipate tomorrow’s challenges and opportunities and constantly adapt to stay relevant and support strong professional practice.  

Key Milestones

December 2024 – Survey was distributed to Engineers and Geoscientists BC staff, advisory group and committee volunteers to assess how the course can continue to add value for applicants  
January 2025 – Feedback was analyzed to formulate the content strategy and update overall project goals  
February 2025 – Select course producer and began content development
Spring 2026 – Course Feedback Review 
Summer 2026 – Course Launch

How We Engaged

• Surveyed Engineers and Geoscientists BC staff, advisory group and committee volunteers to evaluate how the course can continue to add value for applicants and new professional registrants and prepare them for professional life and professional practice in BC  
  • Over 140 responses received  
• Consulted and collaborated with internal Subject Matters Experts for content development and review including staff from Professional Practice and Standards Development, Legal, Ethics and Compliance, Registration, Programs and Continuing Education, and Communications and Engagement. 
• 32 applicants and registrants on various advisory committees will be invited to participate in a pilot review in the spring of 2026 

What We Heard: Key Themes

• Add more regional context for professional practice in BC including the province’s unique geography, demographics, and regional legislation. 
• The course length will be shortened to 4-6 hours to support accessibility and retention. 
• A Social Responsibility module was added to help registrants better understand the expectations for equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), truth and reconciliation, climate action and sustainability. 

What's Next

April 2026 – Pilot course review and survey completion by select applicants and registrants 
June 2026 – Focus group sessions, data compilation and analysis   
July 2026 – Course content finalized   
August 2026 – Course launch