REM First Type


The requirements to become a REM First Type are as follows:

  1. Holds a degree in science, engineering, technology or architecture from a college, institution or university recognized by the Commission and has at least two years of working experience;
  2. Holds a diploma in science, engineering, technology or architecture from a college, institution or university recognized by the Commission and has at least ten years of working experience;
  3. Is registered under the Registration of Engineers Act 1967 [Act 138] as —
    • a Graduate Engineer or Engineering Technologist with at least two years of working experience;
    • an Inspector of Works with at least ten years of working experience; or
    • a Professional Engineer;
  4. Is registered under the Technologists and Technicians Act 2015 [Act 768] as —
    • a Graduate Technologist with at least two years of working experience;
    • a Qualified Technician who holds at least a diploma with at least ten years of working experience; or
    • a Professional Technologist; or
  5. Is registered under the Architects Act 1967 [Act 117] as —
    • a Graduate Architect with at least two years of working experience;
    • an Inspector of Works with at least ten years of working experience; or
    • a Professional Architect; and
  6. a Malaysian citizen;
  7. demonstrates knowledge of the requirements of the Act and Regulations that satisfies the Commission; and
  8. has not been convicted of an offence involving fraud, dishonesty, or corruption.

The applicant shall successfully complete REM First Type training before applying for REM Second Type training.