Forest Technologist

To become a registered professional forest technologist (RPFT) in Alberta, you need:

• An approved 2-year diploma or 3-year applied science degree in forestry or environmental sciences, or equivalent experience
• Proof of good character and reputation
• 24 months of work experience in the practice of forestry under the supervision of a mentor
• Successful completion of a professional examination

There are other registration categories for forest technologists.

A forest technologist-in-training:

• Has met the academic requirements but not the work experience requirements nor the examination for RPFT
• Must work under the supervision of a registered professional forester or an RPFT
• Must not supervise other regulated members
• Does not have the authority to authenticate completed professional documents
• Can use the title Forest Technologist-in-Training or the initials FTT

For details about all registration requirements, contact AAFMP or visit the AAFMP website.

Forest technologists who are registered and in good standing with a regulatory body elsewhere in Canada may be eligible for registration in Alberta. They can apply under the registered professional forest technologist - conditional category.

For more information, see What if I am already certified in another province or territory in Canada? and the AAFMP website.