What is RSciTech? Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) is a brand new award to provide recognition for those working in technical roles.

‘Technicians play an invaluable role both in laboratories and wider industry. These professional registers will ensure their expertise is properly recognised by employers and the scientific community…a springboard towards further qualifications and professional development’ from the Government Minister’s address at the Science Council’s Gareth Roberts Memorial Lecture

My work background

• Began in 1974 in path lab

• Studied Medical Microbiology

• 16 years in 11-18 education

• 10 years in Education Faculty at MMU

What else do I do?

•Association for Science Education•National Lab. Tech’s Committee•Workshops & presentations•National Technicians’ Conference•ASE National Annual Conference

• Edit & write articles for EiS journal

• Produced National Survey in 2010

• Participated in R.Sci.Tech pilot scheme

• External assessor for R.Sci.Tech

‘The launch of the register is a giant step forward for technicians; I hope many colleagues will take this opportunity to promote their skills and talents. It’s wonderful to see the unsung heroes of science education getting the recognition they deserve’

Michelle McGaughey, Chair of ASE Technicians Committee

What’s in it for me?

Recognition of•Commitment•Experience•Skills

Opportunity for•CPD•Pay increment

Employees will

Have an advantage applying for

•Promotion

•New job

•Or requesting CPD

Employers will

•Support training & CPD

•Know job applicants have desirable skills

•Gain prestige by having a well-qualified workforce

Pay a fee!

Fill in the form

Send details of a principal supporter who should write a letter

ASE charges £35

Registered TechnicianWhat Do I Need To Do?

And annually …

To keep the award you need to send a CPD return to the licensing body every year.

This can include internal or external training, reading and research, coaching and mentoring - anything that adds to your own personal learning in your role.

There will also be a small fee every year to be re-awarded. (£20 in ASE case)

The first five – join us!