Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our services and the CBA process. Can't find the answer? Reach out to our team directly.
What is the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA)?
The CBA is how most Canadian engineering regulators (PEO, APEGA, EGBC, APEGS, EGM, APEGNB, Engineers PEI, PEGNL, and Engineers Nova Scotia) now evaluate P.Eng. applicants. Instead of listing job titles and years worked, you describe specific engineering situations where you personally applied each required competency, using the Situation-Action-Outcome (SAO) framework.
Which package is right for me?
If you like writing and just need the right structure, the DIY Toolkit is enough. If you already have a draft and want it checked before you submit, choose Expert Draft Review. If you want hands-on help developing your examples, choose Guided Coaching. If you'd rather have it written for you end-to-end, choose Full-Service Writing. Not sure? Start the intake form and we'll recommend one.
How long does each service take?
DIY Toolkit is instant access. Expert Draft Review typically takes 5–7 business days. Guided Coaching runs over 2–4 weeks depending on session availability. Full-Service Writing typically takes 3–5 weeks from your intake interview to a submission-ready draft, depending on how many competencies your association requires.
Do you guarantee approval?
No one can ethically guarantee a regulator's decision — the final assessment is always made by your association's assessors. What we do guarantee is that your submission will be properly structured, competency-aligned, and reviewed by a licensed P.Eng. before you submit.
Is my information confidential?
Yes. Your intake details, documents, and drafts are stored securely and only accessible to you and your assigned reviewer. We never share your submission content with third parties.
Can I request revisions?
Yes — every package includes at least one revision cycle. You can request changes directly once your draft is marked ready.
How much do the services cost?
DIY Toolkit from $149, Red Flag Sanity Check CAD $299 flat, Expert Draft Review from $349, Complete Revision Service CAD $500 flat, Guided Coaching from $799, Premium Service from CAD $1,200, and Full-Service Writing from $1,499. Exact quotes are confirmed after your free intake review — see our Pricing page.
Which provincial associations do you support?
We support PEO (Ontario), APEGA (Alberta), EGBC (British Columbia), APEGS (Saskatchewan), EGM (Manitoba), APEGNB (New Brunswick), Engineers PEI, PEGNL (Newfoundland & Labrador), and Engineers Nova Scotia — every Canadian CBA-using association.