When to Start Writing CBA for PEng
If you’re planning to earn your Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) license in Canada, you’ve probably heard about the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA). The CBA isn’t just another form—it’s the core of your P.Eng. application, showcasing how your engineering experience proves you’re ready for independent practice. But here’s a question we hear all the time at CertNova: “When […]
How to Handle Confidential or Proprietary Information in Competency Based Assessment for PEng
Introduction Competency Based Assessment for PEng is a critical requirement for engineers seeking licensure in Canada. As part of this process, applicants must demonstrate their engineering competencies through detailed examples of work experience. However, these examples often involve confidential or proprietary information, posing a challenge in crafting a submission that is both comprehensive and compliant. […]
How to Write CBA for PEng Application
Writing your Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) can feel like one of the most daunting steps on the path to becoming a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada. For many applicants, the challenge isn’t just about recalling their engineering experience—it’s about effectively communicating it in a way that meets strict assessment criteria. If you’re feeling unsure where […]
How to Choose the Right Validators in CBA?
Choosing the right Validators is a pivotal step in Canada’s Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) process. For engineers seeking licensure across the country, Validators stand as credible witnesses to the depth, breadth, and authenticity of an applicant’s engineering work experience. They are the ones who confirm whether your claims about solving technical problems or managing projects actually […]
Who Can Validate Your PEO CBA?
Navigating the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) Competency Based Assessment (CBA) process is a significant milestone for aspiring Professional Engineers in Ontario. Among the many steps involved, one critical aspect that often raises questions is who can validate your submission. Validators serve as the link between your experience claims and PEO’s licensing standards, ensuring that your […]
How Long Does It Take to Write a Competency-Based Assessment?
Writing a Competency Based Assessment (CBA) can be an intensive process, particularly for engineering professionals juggling full-time jobs and personal commitments. Based on interviews with 52 PEng applicants across Canada up until March 12, 2025, we found that it typically takes 3 to 6 hours of focused effort to complete just one competency. This figure […]
Who Uses CBA in Canada?
Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) has become a cornerstone of engineering licensure in Canada. Whether you are a recent engineering graduate, an internationally trained engineer (ITE), or simply someone interested in understanding the pathway to obtaining the prestigious Professional Engineer (PEng) designation, knowing who uses CBA and how they use it is crucial. Overview of Competency-Based Assessment […]
What are indicators in CBA?
Competency Based Assessment (CBA) has transformed the way engineering regulatory bodies in Canada evaluate applicants for Professional Engineer (PEng) licensure. Rather than relying solely on years of experience or broad statements of expertise, CBA focuses on indicators—tangible proof points or examples that demonstrate you’ve met the required competencies. These indicators offer a clearer picture of […]
What Is Competency Based Assessment (CBA)?
Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) is a crucial step for engineering professionals aiming to obtain their Professional Engineer (PEng) license in Canada. This system allows applicants to demonstrate their engineering competence through a structured evaluation of their skills, experience, and knowledge across various competency categories. As a method designed to ensure that engineers meet the rigorous standards […]
Mastering Team Effectiveness Competencies for P.Eng. Licensing
In the dynamic field of engineering, technical expertise must be complemented by effective collaboration and leadership skills to achieve successful project outcomes. The Team Effectiveness competency category within the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) framework emphasizes the importance of these skills for engineers pursuing their Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. This category focuses on an engineer’s ability to […]
