Certificate Usage Policy

Definitions

“Certificate” means the documentation issued to those who successfully meet the BCRSP’s registration requirements;

Policy

The documentation that verifies a certificant's standing consists of two components: a certificate suitable for framing and an identification card that is issued annually upon receipt of the renewal fee and any certification maintenance requirements.

As a minimum, the certificate shall contain the name of the certificant, registration #, and date of approval. As a minimum the ID card shall contain the name of the certificant, registration #, and expiry date of certification.

Registration certificates remain the property of the BCRSP and upon demand by the Board, shall be returned to the BCRSP.

A public statement shall be available on the BCRSP website confirming that for verification purposes both a certificate and ID card are necessary.