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Can't provide evidence of work done in previous job

Mitchell Jamieson Smith
Do I need to provide evidence of work done if I use it as part of my PR application?


I'm currently compiling evidence of work done to meet the UKSPEC, however I have a two year gap in my work history where I worked for the NHS as a rehabilitation engineer. My current employer want me to aim for CEng in the next four years, but think I could get IEng next year if I can use my time in the NHS.


During that time I did not work on PR as it wasn't encouraged and I had a very busy personal life. I recently phoned up my old department manager, but she refused to let me have any records (eg photos, paperwork) of the work I did on the basis that she 'didn't know if I actually did it' (she just started when I left).


Thanks for your help.


Yours Sincerely,

Mitchell Smith


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    Mitchell,

    I wouldn't worry unduly about it. What they are looking for with Professional Registration is what you are doing now and have been doing in the recent past so if you are aiming for CEng in the next four years then this will be about right for the period of intense interest with the previous employment history to show your develoment being of interest but not critical (assuming that before the NHS your experience was relevant).

    The idea of going for IEng in the next year is a good one, since it will give you experience of the process and help you to judge the feasibility of then proceeding to CEng within the four year period.

    Alasdair
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    Hi Alasdair,


    Thanks for the response! It's put my mind at ease.


    I want to apply for IEng when I've been in my current role for 2 years, will they only want evidence for the work I've done in those two years?


    Yours Sincerely,

    Mitchell Smith
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    Hi Mitchell,


    It's always best to put as much of your story in as you can, to show what you've learnt and achieved throughout your career. If you supporter(s) can only give an opinion and endorsement on your last two years (for example) that's fine.


    There's two things that are being looked at:
    1. Are you working at IEng now?

    • Have you had a career that has allowed you to collect the underlying knowledge and understanding?


    Question 2 (other than academic qualifications) tends to have to be taken on trust, many applicants would struggle to find anyone who can endorse their work from previous roles. And in the end the proof of this is whether your current supporters trust you.


    Good luck! And don't forget to find a Professional Registration Advisor through the IET if you want - we're here to help right the way through your application.


    Cheers,


    Andy

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    Mitchell, I agree with Alasdair's and Andy's advice - particularly, not to worry unduly and to put down as much of "your story" as you can. Its up to you to consider your NHS time and see how and what you can relate to the requirements of UKSpec. All experience is valuable experience, it comes down to how you describe/illustrate it in your application and PRI.


    I spent 10 years in the NHS but gained invaluable management and leadership exprience, and process knowledge that related very well to my engineering profession. I am certain that my description of these activities, in my application and at my PRI helped me achieve my professional registration despite not being strictly 'engineering and technology' related and despite having to observe strict confidentialities that limited what I could say or evidence.


    Good luck.

    Mark

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