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Agrology technologists provide services and advice related to environmental and agricultural sciences. They apply their knowledge and skills in resource management, food production, food safety, and environmental health.
Alberta Institute of Agrologists
Suite 1430, 5555 Calgary Trail NW
Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5P9
Canada
Call toll-free: 1-855-435-0606
Call: 780-435-0606
Email: info@aia.ab.ca
Website: www.albertaagrologists.ca
Under Alberta’s Agrology Profession Act [pdf] and Agrology Profession Regulation [pdf], registration with the Alberta Institute of Agrologists (AIA) is mandatory if you meet both of these criteria:
You meet the educational requirements for becoming a member of the AIA.
You intend to offer professional agrology services or supervise those who do.
You must be a registered member to use the Registered Technologist in Agrology RT(Ag) or Agrology Technologist In-Training (ATT) titles.
To register as a Registered Technologist in Agrology (RTAg) in Alberta, you need:
Designation as an Agrology Technologist In-Training
Completion of the AIA’s In-Training Program
Work experience in at least 1 practice area (the number of years required varies by practice area)
An Agrology Technologist In-Training (ATT) can practice under the direct supervision of an RTAg. To register as an ATT in Alberta, you need:
A recognized diploma, applied degree, or bachelor’s degree
The course credits required by AIA Council
For details about all registration requirements, contact the AIA or visit the AIA website.
Agrology technologists who are registered and in good standing with a regulatory organization elsewhere in Canada may be eligible for registration in Alberta if their scope of practice and competencies are similar.
For more information, see What if I am already certified in another province or territory in Canada? and the AIA website.
The certification information in this profile may change at any time and without notice. Before making any career decisions, we advise you to contact the regulatory organization or visit their website for the most updated information.
