Affiliate Membership

What is Affiliate Membership? 

Affiliate Membership offers instant access to the CIPD's membership benefits, without the need to study a qualification or take part in any assessments. Take advantage of all of the exclusive resources, benefits and support that CIPD membership offers, so you can stay up to date and informed with the evolving HR landscape. 

What's included with your Affiliate Membership:

• Instant access to exclusive member content including guides, tools and factsheets to help you stay informed with the latest trends and research.
• Access to People Management online, the leading HR professional magazine.
• Opportunity to connect with peers at local and national events.
• Join a network of welcoming communities of HR, L&D and other people practitioners at our local branches.
• Exclusive member discounts on partner products and services.

Note: You cannot use any professional designation with Affiliate membership.

How do I sign up for Affiliate Membership?

Anyone can apply for Affiliate Membership at any time simply by joining via our online portal, without having to complete any qualifications or experience assessment. It's quick and easy, and you'll get instant access to our core benefits and resources. If you decide you'd like to use the CIPD designated letters and gain professional membership later, we can support you to do that when you are ready.

Note: All membership levels require payment of a one-off joining fee of £40 or €46 
which is paid when you first become a member or when you rejoin membership after letting it lapse. 

For more information, please visit membership fees.