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Explore professional membership options

CIPD membership showcases your commitment to the highest professional standards and championing better work and working lives. There are different membership levels for every stage of your career and different routes to join and upgrade, through both qualifications and experience. 

Why join the CIPD?

  • Achieve a badge of professionalism in HR, L&D and OD that could enhance your career prospects.  
  • Become part of an expert community and gain a trusted career partner supporting you to stay informed, skilled, and ahead in your field.
  • Take advantage of reliable, up to date resources, exclusive to members.  
  • Demonstrate your commitment to your professional development.
  • You can use digital badges and certificates to celebrate your achievements and stand out. 
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Instant access to member benefits

Don't want to study a qualification or take part in an experience assessment? Affiliate membership offers instant access to exclusive member resources, benefits and support that CIPD professional membership offers, so you can stay up to date and informed with the evolving HR landscape. 

Why choose Affiliate Membership?

  • No qualifications or experience assessment needed.
  • Instant sign up and access, and options available for teams.
  • Looking to join professional membership in the future? The resources available to CIPD Affiliates can help you get there. 
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Shape the future of the world of work by achieving chartered status. Becoming a Chartered Member (MCIPD) or Chartered Fellow (FCIPD) is the ultimate badge of expertise, credibility and authority in the people profession

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