What are the four requirements for certification as an OACETT member?

1. Understanding OACETT Certification Requirements

To become aCertified Engineering Technologist (CET) or Certified Technician (C.Tech)with OACETT, candidates must meetfour key requirements:

Good Character

Applicants must demonstrateethical behavior, honesty, and integrity.

Background checks and reference lettersmay be required.

Minimum Age Requirement (18 Years or Older)

Must be at least18 years oldto apply for certification.

Residency or Employment in Ontario

Applicants must beordinarily residing or employed in Ontario.

This ensuresmembers contribute to the local engineering and technology industry.

Meeting Certification Criteria in OACETT By-laws & RPPC Terms of Reference

TheRegistration and Professional Practice Committee (RPPC)overseescertification requirements.

Applicants must meetacademic and work experience requirements.

2. Why Option C is Correct:

It includes all four official certification requirements.

18 years is the correct age requirement, not 21.

Ordinary residency or employment in Ontario is required.

3. Why Other Options Are Incorrect:

A (21 years of age)– Incorrect, asthe minimum age is 18.

B (Canadian citizenship required)– Incorrect,citizenship is not required; residency/employment in Ontario is.

D (College graduate required for all members)– Incorrect, assome technicians may qualify through equivalent work experience.