What is a Certified Professional Ergonomist?
There is no law that limits who can call themselves an Ergonomist, which means that it is a “buyer beware” market. One way to ensure that you are receiving service from a qualified individual is to seek a Certified Professional Ergonomist. Individuals who have relevant university education, several years of professional experience, and demonstrated competence in the practice of Ergonomics can apply for professional certification through the Canadian College for Certification of Professional Ergonomists (CCCPE; www.cccpe.ca) or the US equivalent, the Board of Certification for Professional Ergonomists (BCPE; www.bcpe.org). Certified professionals will have the designation Canadian Certified Professional Ergonomist (CCPE), or in the US: Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE), or Certified Human Factors Professional (CHFP). Both CCCPE and BCPE also have designations for individuals who have met educational requirements, but are still working towards the completion of professional experie
