ICVE/Study Guide

International Certified Vocational Evaluator, ICVE

Scope of Practice

International Certified Vocational Evaluators have specialized expertise to conduct comprehensive assessments & provide forensic services for assisting in the determination of benefit entitlement or quantifying financial losses related to vocational impairment, earning capacity, work capacity, employability, placeability as well as residual vocational capacity & avocational-related losses. Registrants with this specialty possess a unique set of knowledge, experiences, skills, as well as the ability to determine strategies & to administer, score & interpret psychometric tests &/or work samples in providing vocational evaluation services, as confirmed by the College’s certification & exam process.

ICVE Study Guide

The ICVE exam includes questions on statistics & statistical analysis. The college advises applicants to refresh knowledge in this field.
ICVE examination preparatory learning materials: Module 104 VE1: Part One – Vocational Evaluations and Assessment

The ICVE online exam with virtual proctoring is is divided into two 2 hour sessions. It is a competency examination based on VE, consisting of 200 multiple-choice questions. Applicants must sit the exam within 1 year of application submission. A minimum grade of 70% is required. If exam rewrites are required (up to 3 rewrites) fees are payable to CVRP, online exam provider, & virtual proctor. Applicants that require rewrites after the 1 year application submission expiry must complete each exam rewrite within 3 months.

Online Examinations

ICVE Eligibility & Application process

Prior to applying, forward a current resume/CV showing VE experience & education to info@cvrp.ca to determine eligibility at NO COST.

When submitting redacted VE reports, follow the ICVE VE Rubric.
When submitting redacted VE reports, follow the ICVE Report Submission Guidelines.

1. Application & non refundable fee, (includes exam, up to 3 rewrites). Fee Schedule; &
2. Submit proof of citizenship (government issued identification); &
3. Education transcripts. CVRP accepts soft copies but reserves the right to request certified hard copies; &

4.1. Canadian Certified Vocational Evaluator, CCVE in good standing; &

Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.2. Certified Vocational Evaluator, CVE (obtained prior to 2009) in good standing; &

Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.3. Certified Vocational Evaluator, CVE (obtained prior to 2009 & lapsed 2015 or later); &

Proof of continuing education (current in field during lapse, average 20 CEUs per year)
Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.4. Certified Vocational Evaluator, CVE (obtained 2021 or later) in good standing; &

2 years of full-time work experience in VE under supervision (CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist, with job descriptions), submission of Employer Verification Form(s) confirming experience; or if self-employed, Verification Forms completed by CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist that provided supervision
Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.5. International Psychometric Evaluation Certification, IPEC in good standing; &

2 years of full-time work experience in VE under supervision (CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist, with job descriptions), submission of Employer Verification Form(s) confirming experience; or if self-employed, Verification Forms completed by CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist that provided supervision
Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.6. American Board of Vocational Experts, ABVE in good standing; &

2 years of full-time work experience in VE under supervision (CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist, with job descriptions), submission of Employer Verification Form(s) confirming experience; or if self-employed, Verification Forms completed by CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist that provided supervision
Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports
Initial Registration fee; OR

4.7. No Credential; &

2 years of full-time work experience in VE under supervision (CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist, with job descriptions), submission of Employer Verification Form(s) confirming experience; or if self-employed, Verification Forms completed by CCVE/CVE/ICVE/ABVE or registered Psychologist that provided supervision
Successful exam
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)
Initial Registration fee; &

A Registrant profile is created &/or updated on the Public Registry, to display certification status(s).
Registrants are granted a 4 to 6 weeks grace period to submit:
5. Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check (VSPC)/Criminal Police Check (PC) & Error & Omissions (E&O)/Liability Insurance

ICVE Application

ICVE(P) ELIGIBILITY & APPLICATION PROCESS

The College has developed a provisional pathway for applicants who do not meet full practicing ICVE eligbility.
Prior to applying, forward a current resume/CV showing VE experience & education to info@cvrp.ca to determine eligibility at no cost.

1. Application & non refundable fee (includes exam, up to 3 rewrites); &
2. Submit proof of citizenship, government issued identification.
3. Education transcripts. CVRP accepts soft copies but reserves the right to request certified hard copies; &

4.1. ICVE(P) Pathway for applicants that met all eligibility except have less than 2 years of full-time employment in the field of VE may apply. To qualify:

Successful exam
Initial Registration fee
Enter into a Supervision Agreement with the College
Complete 2 years of VE under supervision
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)

4.2. ICVE(P) Pathway for applicants that have met all eligibility except are not able to demonstrate competency through peer review of work products may apply. To qualify:

Successful exam
Initial Registration fee
Enter into a Supervision Agreement with the College
Complete 2 years of VE under supervision
Successful peer review of 2 redacted VE reports (up to 2 revisions)

During provisional credential status all related work must be supervised, peer reviewed & signed or a statement included that the product was reviewed by a supervisor (name indicated).

Once applicant sits a successful exam, initial registration fee is received, ICVE(P) (Provisional) credential is granted & on the public registry. Registrants have a 24 month expiry to complete conditions of supervision & are able to demonstrate competency through another peer review of work products. Once the Registrant completes a final successful peer review they may ladder to full practicing ICVE; &

ICVE(P) Application

Fellow & Diplomate Credential Laddering

The ICVE(F) classification recognizes Registrants within the field who have achieved higher levels of professionalism through post graduate study &/or maintenance of other recognized related professional designations/credentials.

The ICVE(D) classification recognizes senior Registrants at the highest level of professionalism within the field of VE who have made significant contributions through education, professional development & professional contribution activities.

Laddering Eligibility & Application Process

ICVE, ICVE(P), ICVE(F) or ICVE(D) Certification Compliance

1 Year Renewal Application/Declaration/Fee/Insurance
2 Year 40 CEUs Core Competencies/Domains of Learning 6 Ethics (Domain 8 Vocational Rehabilitation or 6 Vocational Evaluation or 2 Cost of Care) 6 Assessment & Testing (Domain 3 Vocational Evaluation) or Transferable Skill Analysis & Employability Skills (Domain 4 Vocational Evaluation)
Provisional Only Mentoring Agreement 24 month or 36 month Expiry
5 Year VSPC/Criminal Police Check

For CEUs that do not appear on the Approved CVRP CEU List, submit a:
CEU Post-Approval Application
CEU Pre-Approval Application

Registration Polices
Annual Renewal & Certification Compliance
Standards of Practice & College Bylaw
Complaints & Discipline

For more information, contact CVRP .