The application process is simple and can be done online through Career Manager.
How do I apply?
You can apply to become an Engineering Technician (EngTech) or ICT Technician (ICTTech) in two ways:
- Online via Career Manager, the IET’s online skills development and recording tool for a reduced application fee.
- Via a paper application form which can be requested from our website.

What do I need to submit?
You’ll need to:
- give details about three recently completed technical tasks or projects
- discuss what you did, how you planned it, how you recorded the work and the precautions you took to maintain a safe environment
- show how you keep in touch with developments in your technical area, and how you continue to develop your knowledge and skills
- provide a minimum of one person to support your application. You may have two additional supporters
- provide higher education certificates signed as a true copy by one of your supporters.
We can help you
- Our IET Mentors can advise you on filling in any gaps in your competences and will give you that extra motivation to start your application
- A Professional Registration Advisor can look over your application before you submit it so that you have the best chances of success
- Our webinars provide direct support on your journey towards professional registration
Still not sure how to apply?
You could:
- call the IET on +44 (0) 1438 21 1476 or email us on engtech@theiet.org.
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