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WHAT IS ASCET ?

The American Society of Certified Engineering Technicians (ASCET) is the only national, professional society created especially for, and administered by, engineering technicians and technologists in all engineering disciplines.

On April 3, 1964, approximately seventy certified engineering technicians representing seventeen states attended an organizational meeting sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE). At this meeting, ASCET was formed to pursue the concept of an "engineering team," and other mutual goals of engineering professionals.

With the introduction of the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) and technologist certification programs, ASCET membership was extended to Certified Engineering Technologists as well.

In July, 1981, the ASCET Board of Directors voted to allow Regular membership to all engineering technicians and technologists who, although not certified, possess all other Society qualifications.

At the request of several Registered Professional Engineers who wished to join, the Registered Member category with full privileges was added in 1991.

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF ASCET ?

RECOGNITION: To be recognized as vital components of the engineering team.
ETHICS: To ensure that members maintain the highest degree.
EDUCATION: To provide educational information thereby increasing the technical knowledge of members, and to bring engineering-related careers to the attention of students, thereby fostering an interest in the future of engineering.
RELATIONS WITH OTHER PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES: To establish cooperative relations with other societies so that all may work together for the benefit of all members.

WHY DO EMPLOYERS PREFER TO HIRE ASCET MEMBERS?

COMPETENCE: Membership attests to a level of competence in an engineering technology field.
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH: Members continue to grow professionally by taking advantage of various opportunities offered by the Society.
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Members have the opportunity to represent their employers as well as the Society at national, regional, and local functions.

WHY BELONG TO ASCET ?

RECOGNITION: Membership in a national, professional society provides recognition of your technical knowledge.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Meet other members of your profession at chapter, regional, and national meetings who may help you to reach your career goals. Broaden your horizons by serving with engineers, scientists, other technicians, and technologists on various joint committees formed to tackle common problems.Strengthen your communication and leadership skills by serving as a national, regional, or chapter officer.
INFORMATION: CET Magazine keeps you up-to-date with articles of professional and personal interest, as well as notification of upcoming events, employment opportunities, national, and regional ASCET news. You can also get information directly from the National Office during normal business hours(Eastern time).
CONTINUING EDUCATION: Take advantage of educational opportunities published in each issue of CET Magazine. Several chapters offer training programs for those wishing to become certified in specific disciplines. Specific study guides are also available from the ASCET Office.
PERSONAL SATISFACTION: Aside from the job-related advantages of belonging to a professional society, you will find many members who attribute their success in ventures away from work to the knowledge, leadership, confidence, and public speaking skills gained during their involvement with ASCET. It can happen to you too!

WHAT ADDITIONAL BENEFITS DO I RECEIVE ?

SERVICES: ASCET continues to broaden its member services each year. Currently, special rates are offered to members by various credit card, car rental, mailing, hotel accommodations, and employment agencies. Also, the ASCET Office has low-cost ASCET jewelry and certificate plaques available.
EMPLOYMENT REFERRAL SERVICE: This free service provides a list of members seeking employment, as well as companies seeking qualified employees. Lists are published in most issues of CET Magazine.
STUDENT FINANCIAL AID: ASCET sponsors student chapters in colleges and universities nationwide, and annually awards two memorial grants and several small cash grants to worthy students.
AWARDS PROGRAM: ASCET presents awards in recognition of achievement in many categories.
CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS: Members are encouraged to become certified by one of the ASCET-approved certifying institutions.
NATIONAL AND REGIONAL MEETINGS: Attendance at these meetings offers the opportunity not only to have a voice in your Society, but to network with other technicians and technologists from throughout the United States and Canada.

CAN I JOIN ASCET ? YES, IF YOU . . .

CERTIFIED MEMBER . . . have been certified by a Society-recognized program. For a complete list of approved programs, contact the ASCET Office.
REGISTERED MEMBER . . . are an engineer or land surveyor and hold a professional registration in any state.
REGULAR MEMBER . . . are an engineering technician or technologist with a minimum of two years' experience in engineering technology, or hold a two- or four-year degree from an accredited engineering technology program.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER . . . have less than two years engineering experience, but intend to continue your engineering career. An Associate Member may remain in this category for a maximum of two years.
STUDENT MEMBER . . . are a full-time student currently enrolled in an engineering technology curriculum at an institution which has an ASCET student chapter, or will initiate action to form one.