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To work as a biologist in B.C., you may choose to register with the College of Applied Biologists. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a recognized program and training courses.

Biologists

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To work as a research scientist in biology in B.C., you may choose to register with the College of Applied Biologists. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a recognized program and training courses.

Research scientists in biology

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To practice as a chemical technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to register with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an accredited diploma program and 24 months of progressive work experience, 12 of which must be at the technologist profile or higher in a Canadian work environment.

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To work as a chemical technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to become a member with the Chemical Institute of Canada. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a recognized program and industry work experience.

Chemical technologists and technicians

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To work as a biological technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to register with the College of Applied Biologists. Eligibility is achieved through completion of a recognized program and training courses.

Biological technologists and technicians

This instructional program class comprises any integrated, combined program that focuses on the scientific study of cell structure, function, and dynamics within the context of organismic, regional, and gross anatomical systems. These programs include courses in molecular biology, cell biology and histology, structural biology, anatomy, embryology, endocrinology, and applications to specific systems, diseases, defects, and processes.

Cell biology and anatomy

Cell Culture Micro-credentials

Biologists and related scientists conduct basic and applied research to extend knowledge of living organisms, to manage natural resources, and to develop new practices and products related to medicine and agriculture. They are employed in both laboratory and field settings by governments, environmental consulting companies, resource and utilities companies, chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnical companies, hospitals and health, research and educational institutions.

Chemical technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in chemical engineering, chemical and biochemical research and analysis, industrial chemistry, chemical quality control and environmental protection. They are employed by research and development and quality control laboratories, consulting engineering companies, in chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and a variety of other manufacturing and processing industries, and by utilities, health, educational and government establishments.

Biological technologists and technicians provide technical support and services to scientists, engineers and other professionals working in fields such as agriculture, resource management, environmental protection, plant and animal biology, microbiology, cell and molecular biology and health sciences, or may work independently in these fields. They are employed in both laboratory and field settings by governments, manufacturers of food products, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, biotechnology companies, health, research and educational institutions, environmental consulting companies, and resource and utilities companies.

Animal cell culture is an essential process in all life sciences disciplines, including basic and applied research, vaccine development and the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, and biomanufacturing sectors. This micro-credential is targeted to individuals pursuing a career in the life sciences with a strong academic background in one or more of the following disciplines: biological sciences, health sciences, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, neurobiology, physiology, and pharmacology.

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Cell Culture Micro-credentials

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