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Frequently asked questions for those working towards and getting ready to apply for professional registration

Frequently asked questions by those getting started for professional registration

I would like to start working towards professional registration but I'm not sure how to get started, what can I do?

What is competence?

What is the UK-SPEC?

Have I got the right qualifications for professional registration?

I have submitted a paper copy of my registration of professional development (RPD) form but didn't sign it, why do I have to?

When I submitted my RPD form I selected the wrong category of professional registration, can I change it?

I have recently changed my employer, how do I update my details?

I want to submit my registration of professional development (RPD) form but I'm having difficulty finding supporters, would it be possible for one person to carry out more than one role?

How can I go about finding a suitable mentor?

How can a mentor help me in achieving professional registration?

Why do I need a portfolio of evidence?

What should I put in my portfolio of evidence?

How do I complete a development action plan?

How do I plan and record my professional development in preparation for submitting an application for professional registration?

I've recently become unemployed / retired or I have recently moved in to a marketing / finance or senior management role; can I still become registered?

Frequently asked questions by those who are more experienced and wish to apply for professional registration.

I've been working as an engineer for a few years and I have recently decided that I would like to apply for professional registration. When do I have to create my portfolio of evidence?

I've been working for several years and I don't have a portfolio of evidence. I am in a senior position and don't have a lot of time. Is it really necessary for me to create a retrospective portfolio?

I've been working for many years and have changed employer several times. Some of the companies I worked for no longer exist and it is not possible for me to gather evidence relating to these jobs, so how can I create a portfolio of evidence?

Frequently asked questions by those who are ready to apply for registration.

Does my sponsor have to see documentary evidence or will verbal evidence suffice?

When I complete the application form, do I only have to give you information about my current job?

I am ready to apply and I would like to get my application reviewed, is there anybody that can help me?

I have tried to contact my local professional registration advisor and they have not responded, should I just send my application?

I have not kept a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate my competence, does this matter?

What is the difference between a sponsor and supporter?

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