PLEASE NOTE: The content of this page is provided for information purposes only in advance of the Act and Regulation Amendments coming into effect of January 1, 2025. Eligible individuals can apply for limited licences shortly thereafter, and the OAA Technology Program will be launched. To learn more, click here.
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Competence in a professional context is expressed by the acquisition and application of capabilities that signal a professional’s overall capability to reliably perform the essential duties expected of, and entrusted to, their profession. Equitable processes allow those seeking limited licence to demonstrate their possession of these competencies.
The Association does not require direct work experience in Ontario as a requirement for limited licence. However, the OAA emphasizes the crucial role of local Ontario practice knowledge in ensuring public health and safety, as well as the delivery of competent architectural services in the province. Individuals seeking a limited licence as a Licensed Technologist must verify their Experience Record Book (ERB) includes experience with ten key practice competencies. This is accomplished via submission of an OTP experience assessment form.
For individuals that had completed the OAA Technology Program prior to May 10, 2023, contact OAATechProg@oaa.on.ca to complete the form.
The submission must be reviewed and validated by the Intern Technologist’s Supervising Professional. The experience assessment form may be submitted to the OAA only after it has been validated by the Supervising Professional.
All Intern Technologists and Supervising Professionals are encouraged to review the OTP Experience Assessment Guide for more information.
In the event an Intern Technologist is unable to successfully complete the experience self-assessment prior to application for limited licence, they may be required to attend an Experience Requirements Committee (ERC) assessment interview.
Individuals who successfully completed the OAA Technology Program requirements before May 10, 2023, are authorized to validate their own experience assessment. Individuals who complete the OAA Technology Program after May 10, 2023, must have their Supervising Professional validate the experience assessment.