We are the professional body leading and supporting the people profession. We set the standards, build capabilities, and connect our global community of HR, learning and development, organisation design and all people professionals. 

Being a member of CIPD showcases your knowledge, behaviours and impact in today’s workplace, and demonstrates your commitment to the highest professional standards. Also, CIPD membership is globally recognised in the people profession. 

How to become a CIPD member
Find out all the details you need to know about the various routes to becoming a CIPD member. Find out more with the CIPD today.

Experience assessment
Have your real-world experience assessed to gain CIPD membership without having to study.

Why choose CIPD membership
Showcase your professional credibility with CIPD Associate or Chartered Membership.

Membership grades
Demonstrate your knowledge and impact in the workplace and map out your career path.

Professional standards and code of conduct
How we help you demonstrate your commitment to professional excellence.

Manage your membership
Help articles about CIPD membership.

Upgrade your membership
Learn how to progress your career by upgrading your membership.

Renew your membership
Maintain your professionalism with CIPD membership and keep up to date in the fast-changing world of work.

Come back into membership
Demonstrate your professionalism and keep up to date in the fast-changing world of work.

Membership fees
Ensure your career in HR or learning and development is as rewarding as it can be with the CIPD. Take a look at our current membership fees.

Member benefits
Explore our extensive member benefits, designed to support you in your work and to help you develop your career.

CIPD communities
Be part of the CIPD online community – a place to learn, debate and connect with other HR and L&D professionals.

Member discounts
Explore the exclusive discounts available to CIPD members.

CIPD membership for your team
We have a range of CIPD membership options that will support the diverse needs of your team.

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Data protection

The CIPD takes your privacy seriously and will keep your personal information private and secure; see our privacy policy for details.

Data protection

The CIPD takes your privacy seriously and will keep your personal information private and secure; see our privacy policy for details.

Want to gain
Chartered status?

You could upgrade your membership to chartered through experience assessment even if you don't have a Level 7 qualification. 

Find out if you are eligible to upgrade?

Expect more
in '24

Throughout 2024, we'll be announcing a line-up of tools and resources, tailored to support you throughout your membership. 

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