CIPD membership gives you tools to nurture your professional growth, along with all the support you need to shape your own future with confidence. We’ll help you achieve your goals, accelerate your professional development and stay up-to-date with the latest learning.

Support your growth

Exclusive learning, resources and support to help you reach your goals

Digital Badges and Certificates

From July 2025, CIPD members will be able to showcase and share their membership status with a digital badge or a digital certificate.

Employment law

Employment law resources at your fingertips

Members get access to a wealth of resources to stay up to date with all aspects of employment law.

CIPD Professional magazines

Stay informed with our award-winning members only industry magazines.

Business journals from EBSCO

This is a member-only resource providing full-text access to over 200 leading HR, L&D, business and management journals, as well as access to company profiles and country reports

CIPD Knowledge archive

This member-only resource provides access to our specialist database of CIPD publications dating from 1999.

CIPD member to member mentoring programme

Whether you need a mentor, or want to share your expertise to support another member, it’s never been easier.

CIPD Buddy

Get your HR questions answered and explore the capabilities of AI with our member-exclusive tool, CIPD Buddy.

Save money

Exclusive discounts and savings for CIPD members.

Member discounts and rewards

Explore the exclusive discounts available to CIPD members.

Our events

Connect and learn with experts on the world of work at our conferences, workshops, exhibitions and local events

Save 50% on HR-inform Pro subscription

Your CIPD membership gives you 50% off your subscription of HR-Inform Pro, a practical online tool designed to embed good HR practice in your organisation and ensure your organisation stays legally compliant.

Financial assistance

Get help and support with your membership fees when you need it throughout your career.

Employment law

Employment law resources at your fingertips

Members get access to a wealth of resources to stay up to date with all aspects of employment law.

CIPD bookshop

Save 40% on student textbooks and professional titles.

Join a thriving community

Grow your network, learn from leading people professionals and share your knowledge with our community.

CIPD communities

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

Give your time and expertise

Use your expertise to make a meaningful impact through our volunteering programmes

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CIPD Community

The CIPD Community is an online forum which supports our members to connect with peers to solve workplace problems quickly and collaboratively. For almost two decades it’s been a popular place to share knowledge and network.

Explore our student and careers forums and join in the discussions.

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Explore the
Knowledge hub

Here you’ll find a wealth of resources to support you during your studies including guides, factsheets, case studies, podcasts, webinars and more. 

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Members and students save 20% on all
CIPD textbooks

Visit our bookshop for all CIPD textbooks, professional titles, eBooks and toolkits. Save 20% as a CIPD member and student.

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Develop your career

Grow your network, learn from leading people professionals and share your knowledge with our community.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Continuing professional development (CPD) is vital for all HR professionals. Find out more about how to further your career and hone your skills.

Learning & Training for CIPD Members

Discover the courses and learning opportunities you have access to as part of your CIPD membership benefits. Find out more with CIPD today.

The Profession Map

The international standard that equips people professionals to make their greatest impact

Career guidance

Information and guidance to help you excel in your role, transition into the profession, and manage a career break

CIPD Career Support Toolkit

Exclusive to CIPD members, explore our Career Support Toolkit to help you progress in your career and be the best you can be.

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The CIPD CV360 Tool

Optimise your CV and significantly boost your chances of getting to the interview stage.

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member benefits

Membership

If you’re not yet a member, take a look at our membership grades and routes to joining.

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