To complete a CRC, follow the step(s) indicated below.
Note: The BCAK does not reimburse applicants/members for obtaining a criminal record check (CRC) through an unacceptable provider/agency.
Note: The BCAK does not reimburse applicants/members for obtaining a criminal record check (CRC) through an unacceptable provider/agency.
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Please review the FAQs for full details on the process and requirements.
Practicing and Non-Practicing members of the BCAK must have a Criminal Record Check (CRC) under the Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) as members of the professional association. It must be done upon initial application and every five years thereafter. The CRC assesses the presence (absence) of criminal convictions and the risks and potential impact related to working with vulnerable adults and children. Under the Province of BC's Criminal Records Review Act, any health practitioner who is required to have a review, who does not have a valid CRC and works with a vulnerable member of the public is subject to severe consequences under the act.
The CRC must be completed through the BC Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General's Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP) website. If you do not qualify for the Electronic Identity Verification (EIV) process, you will be required to submit a manual request.
Applicants/Members are responsible for payment of the required fee(s) to complete the CRC process. The basic assessment fee for a 'Name based criminal record check' is currently $28.00. Occasionally (on rare occasions) individuals will be required to complete a 'Certified criminal record check', necessitating a fingerprint review. There is an additional fee of approximately $100 for this type of check. If this type of check is required, you will receive notification from the Ministry by letter mail explaining the process. For additional information on when/why the Certified criminal records check may be required, please refer to this RCMP information page for details.
In the electronic 'eCRC' system an applicant’s identity is verified using their BC Services Card computer or BC Services Card Mobile Device App. If you are using the BC Services Card or the App to access this online service for the first time, you will be directed to activate your card/app by video, telephone or in person through Service BC. If you do not meet the BC Services Card/App eligibility requirements, you will need to complete a manual criminal record check.
Your CRC should be completed 30 to 45 days before it is required or the expiring date of a previous CRC. This time is required for processing and return of the clearance letter to the BCAK.
Yes, because the BCAK is recognized as an oversight body for kinesiologists in BC, a CRC must be completed through the CRRP as indicated previously. The BCAK is not permitted to accept criminal record checks completed through other entities, including the following organizations, as they lack the review and reporting requirements required under the Criminal Records Review Act. This is a list of some of the CRC providers which the BCAK cannot accept.
If you have completed a CRC through the CRRP, covering both vulnerable adults and children within the past 5 years, you can request the results be shared with the BCAK. Complete this request by initiating a SHARING REQUEST" through the CRRP website at no cost to you. You may wish to read through the user guide for more information on how and when this process applies.