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.
Chartered status represents the highest level of recognition in the people profession. It signifies your expertise, strategic insight, and the real-world impact you've made in driving organisational success and advancing the profession.
When you re a Chartered Member, you can use the designation Chartered MCIPD after your name.
When you re a Chartered Fellow, you can use the designation Chartered FCIPD after your name.
If you’re new to the CIPD:
Explore our routes to membership.
If you’re an existing CIPD member:
You may be eligible for one of two options, depending on your current membership level and qualification you hold.
If you're currently one of the following:
You could take our Upgrade assessment route. It involves a one hour online professional discussion or completing a written form, depending on your level and choice.
Use the Upgrade readiness checker below to see if you're ready to upgrade your membership to Chartered Member or Chartered Fellow.
If you're currently one of the following:
You could take the Experience Assessment route. It takes around three months, and consists of a series of online assessments and a professional discussion.
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Every year we audit a sample of members' CPD records to provide feedback and suggestions. The next one is in October.