The Science Council is a proud supporter of the Technician Commitment, a sector-wide initiative to ensure visibility, recognition, career development, and sustainability for the technical workforce in higher education and research.
We hosted the Technician Commitment from its inception in 2017 until 2023, and we continue to play an active role through our membership of the Technician Commitment Advisory Board and through our work on the Technical Pathways project, which builds connections between technical education, professional registration, and careers in science.
Our Ongoing Commitment to Technicians (2025–28)
In line with our Strategy 2025–28: Elevating the Science Workforce, we are committed to:
Visibility
Promoting the role of science technicians through case studies, events, and communications that showcase their impact across the workforce.
Recognition
Expanding access to professional registration as Registered Science Technician, Registered Scientist and Chartered Scientist (RSciTech, RSci, CSci), ensuring technicians are recognised for their expertise and contribution.
Career Development
Supporting clear career pathways, from apprenticeships and T Levels through to Chartered status, with tailored guidance and streamlined application routes.
Sustainability
Working with the UK Institute for Technical Skills and Strategy (ITSS), employers, and education providers to secure the long-term sustainability of the science technician workforce.
Annual Review
Reviewing this action plan every year to ensure it remains responsive to workforce needs.
Learn more about how we are embedding professional registration into science-based apprenticeships and T Levels.
Explore the professional designations (CSci, RSci, RSciTech) that provide recognition for science technicians at all stages of their careers.
Science Council Strategy 2025–28
Read our full strategy to see how supporting the science technician workforce underpins our wider mission.