Experienced Practitioner Assessment (EPA)

The Qualification

This route to Chartered status (MCIOB) is available to construction practitioners who have 5 year’s appropriate management experience in the construction industry. It replaces the Direct Membership Examination route (DMX).

The Process

Part A:

Initial application to the CIOB for entry on to the programme.

Part B:

Study programme for the following modules:

• Construction Technology (Assessed by coursework)
• Health, Safety and the Environment (Assessed by coursework)
• Contract and Commercial Practice (Assessed by one exam paper)
• Management (Assessed by one exam paper)

Part C:

The Professional Review. This consists of a candidate report and an interview conducted by the CIOB. We offer workshops to assist with this process.

The Next Programme

Consists of fifteen fortnightly 3-hour evening sessions between October 2008 and June 2009.

We provide focussed, professional tuition to suit the needs of busy construction professionals.
An important aspect is the development of exam technique and analysis of past exam questions.

Tutors

The principal tutor for the programme will be Geoff Rose FCIOB, who has 18 year’s experience of successfully delivering courses for CIOB membership for companies, individuals and colleges.
Specialist tutors will supplement the teaching programme.

Course fee:

£650 + VAT

Alternative Provision

We provide alternative methods of provision including bespoke company courses, one-to-one tuition and supported distance learning. To discuss your requirements or for advice about CIOB membership please contact us.