Review a Decision FAQs

Reconsideration of a Decision

• Who can apply for reconsideration?

  You may apply for reconsideration if you have received a decision letter from the Credentials Committee with written requirements. This can include decisions that require you to complete additional examinations, courses, interviews, competencies, seminars, or experience. 

  You must submit your reconsideration request within 30 days of receiving the decision. 

  Only one reconsideration request can be made for a Credentials Committee decision. 

• How do I apply for reconsideration?

  The instructions for requesting reconsideration are included in your decision letter. 

  To get started, contact Engineers and Geoscientists BC within 30 days of receiving your decision. We will set up the reconsideration request in your application dashboard so you can submit your request letter and payment. 

  Your request letter should: 

  • identify the specific decision or decisions you want reconsidered; 
  • explain why you believe the decision was flawed; 
  • include relevant new evidence that supports your request; and 
  • clearly state the relief you are seeking (i.e., the specific change you want made to the decision). 

  You can download the Reconsideration of a Decision Request Letter template (Word doc) to prepare your request.

  You must upload your new evidence package within 60 days of submitting your reconsideration request letter. Your new evidence must be combined into one PDF. To help the reviewers follow your submission, we recommend arranging your documents in the same order they are discussed in your reconsideration letter and including a table of contents. Only one reconsideration supporting-document file can be uploaded, with a maximum file size of 20 MB. 

  Review the Supporting Documents for a Reconsideration of a Decision guide for more information about preparing and organizing your new evidence.

• What makes a strong reconsideration request?

  A strong reconsideration request focuses directly on the reasons for the decision and explains why you believe a different decision should be made. 

  Your request should clearly explain: 

  • What you want reconsidered: Identify the specific decision or decisions in your decision letter. 

  • Why you believe the decision was flawed: For example, there may be relevant information that was unavailable or overlooked, a factual error, or an issue with the process used to reach the decision. 

  • How this affected the decision: Explain why the issue you identified matters to the decision that was made. 

  • What new evidence supports your request: Identify relevant new evidence that was not previously reviewed and that addresses the gaps identified in your decision letter. In your supporting-document package, explain how the evidence addresses those gaps and why you believe it supports a different decision. 

  • What relief you are seeking: Explain what change you are asking for to the specific decision being reconsidered. For example, you may ask for an examination or experience requirement to be reduced or waived, or for an opportunity to interview. 

  Submitting additional information does not necessarily mean the original decision will change. The information you provide should be relevant to the specific decision you are asking to have reconsidered.

• How is my reconsideration request reviewed?

  The reconsideration focuses on the specific decision or decisions identified in your request, rather than starting a new assessment of your entire application. 

  The Credentials Committee considers your request, the information previously reviewed, and relevant new evidence you provide. It then decides whether to confirm the original decision or make a different decision. You will receive the reconsideration decision in writing. 

• How long does the reconsideration process take?
  Reconsiderations can take several months to complete. You can typically expect to receive a decision within 3–6 months after your supporting-document package has been accepted, although some requests may take longer depending on their nature and the availability of resources.
• Do I need to apply for reconsideration to submit competencies?

  Generally, no. You do not need to apply for reconsideration to submit new or updated competencies for validation, except when they are based on experience gained before the starting date specified in your decision letter. Otherwise, you can submit them through the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) system at any time, at no additional cost. 

  Any time estimate in your decision letter for gaining the required work experience, such as 12 or 24 months, is a guideline, not a required waiting period. If you believe you have gained the required experience sooner, you may submit competencies for validation before that period ends.  

  The only exception is if you want to submit competencies based on experience gained before the starting date specified in your decision letter. In that case, you must request reconsideration of the Committee's decision. 

• What counts as new evidence?

  New evidence is relevant information or documentation that was not previously available or provided to the Credentials Committee and directly relates to the decision you are asking to have reconsidered. 

  Depending on your circumstances, examples may include: 

  Academic evidence 

  • Additional degrees or certificates; 
  • course syllabuses or descriptions; 
  • class presentations, assignments, or reports; 
  • letters from academic professionals, such as professors or administrators; or 
  • other relevant academic materials showing that required topics were covered and assessed. 

  Work experience evidence 

  • Projects, reports, designs, drawings, photographs, or diagrams; 
  • reference letters; or 
  • other relevant documents demonstrating competent, independent professional practice. 

  There is no single type of evidence that guarantees a different decision. Include only documents that are relevant to the decision you are asking to have reconsidered.

• Do I need to submit all my documents again?

  No. Your original application information remains available as part of the reconsideration. 

  You do not need to resubmit documents that have already been reviewed. Your supporting-document package should contain your new evidence, meaning relevant information or documentation that was not previously reviewed and directly relates to the decision you are asking to have reconsidered. 

• Can I submit more evidence after I apply?

  You have up to 60 days after submitting your reconsideration request letter to upload your new evidence. 

  Make sure you include all the information and evidence you want considered. Once your submission has been accepted, additional information will not be requested from you.

• What happens if I do not receive the relief I am seeking?

  If the Credentials Committee’s reconsideration decision does not grant the relief you are seeking (the requested change to the decision), your original application and reconsideration request will be referred to the Registration Fairness Panel. 

  The Registration Fairness Panel does not provide another assessment or second opinion on your qualifications. Its role is to consider whether the applicable bylaws, policies, and procedures were followed and applied fairly and consistently and to provide a non-binding recommendation to the Credentials Committee. 

  You will receive the final reconsideration decision in writing. The decision is binding. 

• What if I disagree with the reconsideration decision?

  If you are not satisfied with the reconsideration decision, you may be able to request a Review on the Record.

  A Review on the Record is different from reconsideration. It is not another opportunity to reassess your qualifications or submit new evidence. Its purpose is to review the decision based on the applicable review process and the existing record. 

• Will my reconsideration fee be refunded if the decision changes?

  In some circumstances. If an examination, course, interview, seminar, or experience requirement is waived or reduced based on academic or experience documentation that you provided before your original assessment, your reconsideration fee will be refunded. 

  The fee will not be refunded if the change is based on new or additional information you provide with your reconsideration request, or if the original requirement remains the same or is increased.