Upgrade your membership
Learn how to progress your career by upgrading your membership
Learn how to progress your career by upgrading your membership
Upgrading your CIPD membership is straightforward and rewarding. It will enable you to:
If you’re a current Student Member, we’ll automatically upgrade your membership once you finish your studies. You’ll be awarded either foundation or associate member grade, depending on your qualification.
If you're unsure which grade and qualification you currently hold, give us a call: +44 (0)20 8612 6208.
Ideal for: Chartered members, and Associate members who hold a CIPD Advanced Diploma.
Process: Completing the relevant upgrading assessment.
Length: Less than a month.
Ideal for: Foundation Members, and Associate Members who do not hold a CIPD Advanced Diploma.
Process: Completing a series of online assessments and a professional discussion with an experienced assessor.
Length: Approximately four months.
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