Chartered
Chemist
A professional designation awarded by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon to chemists who demonstrate the required academic qualifications, professional experience, competence and professionalism.
Professional recognition through Chartered Chemist
The Chartered Chemist designation recognizes chemists who have achieved the required level of academic qualification, professional experience and competence.
Chartered Chemist (C.Chem.) is a professional designation awarded by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon to eligible members who satisfy the requirements prescribed by the Institute.
Four key requirements
Every candidate for the award of Chartered Chemist must satisfy the requirements prescribed by IChemC.
Academic Qualification
Meet one of the academic qualification pathways specified by the Institute.
Professional Experience
Demonstrate the required level of professional experience, competence and professionalism.
Professional Competence
Provide evidence of specialist skills, knowledge, responsibility, professionalism and continuing development.
IChemC Membership
Be a Member of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon for at least five years.
Chartered Chemist requirements
The following sections present the current requirements in a clearer format. Applicants should refer to the official IChemC requirements when preparing an application.
C1 Academic Qualification
Applicants must satisfy one of the following academic qualification pathways:
Have passed a four-year Degree (BSc Honours Degree in Chemical Sciences) / Degree Level Programme (Graduateship Programme in Chemistry) offered by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon.
Have obtained a Special/Honours Degree with Chemistry as the principal subject from a recognized university/higher education institute.
Have obtained a BSc Degree from a recognized university/UGC-approved higher education institute with an adequate coverage of Chemistry (minimum of 24 credits/equivalent), acceptable to the Council and at least an MSc/MPhil Degree of two years duration in a branch of Chemistry from a recognized university/UGC-approved higher education institute or an MSc Degree of one-year duration with sufficient experience and/or attainments in the Chemical Sciences acceptable to the Council for a period of at least one year after obtaining such qualification.
Have obtained a BSc Degree from a recognized university/UGC-approved higher education institute with an adequate coverage of Chemistry (minimum of 24 credits/equivalent) and has had sufficient experience and/or attainments in the field of Chemical Sciences for a period of at least six years acceptable to the Council after obtaining such qualification.
C2 Professional Experience & Competence
Be able to demonstrate a high level of competence and professionalism in the practice of Chemistry and show his/her commitment to maintain his/her expertise for a period of at least five years subsequent to obtaining the qualifications and experience referred to in C1 above.
The required period is subsequent to obtaining the qualifications and experience referred to in C1.
C3 Evidence of Professional Competence
Such a person should provide evidence of possessing one or more of the following at a level acceptable to the Council:
Has specialist chemical skills relevant to their practice.
Has in-depth knowledge of areas related to the field of chemical sciences.
Has responsibilities based upon chemistry and has made a significant personal contribution.
Demonstrates professionalism in the workplace.
Has maintained chemical expertise through continuing professional development.
C4 IChemC Membership
Be a Member of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon for at least 05 years.
Member of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon
What does C.Chem. represent?
The Chartered Chemist designation goes beyond academic qualifications. It recognizes professional competence, responsibility and continued development.
Application of specialist chemical knowledge and skills within professional practice.
In-depth knowledge of relevant areas of the chemical sciences.
Responsibilities based upon Chemistry and significant personal contribution.
Demonstration of appropriate professional standards in the workplace.
Maintaining and developing chemical expertise through continuing professional development.
Applicants must be Members of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon for at least five years.
Your pathway to C.Chem.
Use the following as a simple guide to preparing your application.
Check Eligibility
Review the C1–C4 requirements.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic and professional documents.
Arrange References
Obtain the required referee reports.
Submit Application
Complete and submit the prescribed application.
Assessment
Application is considered under IChemC procedures.
Chartered Chemist documents
Download the documents required for your Chartered Chemist application.
Chartered Chemist FAQs
Quick answers to common questions about the designation.
What is Chartered Chemist (C.Chem.)?
Chartered Chemist (C.Chem.) is a professional designation awarded by the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon to eligible applicants who satisfy the prescribed requirements.
Do I need to be an IChemC Member?
Yes. Under C4, an applicant must be a Member of the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon for at least five years.
Is an academic qualification alone sufficient?
No. Applicants must satisfy the applicable academic qualification, professional experience and competence requirements, together with the IChemC membership requirement.
How many years of professional experience are required?
The Chartered Chemist requirements include a period of at least five years subsequent to obtaining the qualifications and experience referred to in C1, together with the required level of competence and professionalism.
What evidence of professional competence is considered?
The requirements refer to specialist chemical skills, in-depth knowledge of areas related to the chemical sciences, professional responsibility and significant contribution, professionalism in the workplace, and maintenance of chemical expertise through continuing professional development.
Where can I obtain the application form?
The prescribed Chartered Chemist application form and referee report are available in the Application Documents section of this page.
Ready to take the next professional step?
Review the eligibility requirements and prepare your application for Chartered Chemist status with the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon.