What is Foundation Membership?

Foundation Membership is the ideal starting point to build your credibility and develop the skills you need to advance your career in the people profession. With a CIPD professional designation, you'll stand out to employers and gain access to valuable resources, including insights and tools to navigate common challenges with confidence.

BENEFITS

Why choose Foundation Membership?

Professional
credentials

Use the CIPD designation to showcase your commitment to the profession and demonstrate credibility.

Gain
knowledge

Gain access to resources such as industry insights and tools for navigating common challenges.

Join our
community

Join the CIPD community to seek advice and support from experienced people professionals.

What's included with your Foundation Membership?

Designation

When you're a Foundation Member, you can use the designation Foundation CIPD after your name.

What do I need to apply for Foundation Membership?

You need to have completed the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice.

Explore your routes to Foundation Membership

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Qualification based routes

You can become a Foundation Member by completing a CIPD Level 3 Foundation 
Certificate in People Practice.

Find out more about the Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice

How much does Foundation Membership cost?

1 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 (12 months) 1 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 (12 months) Euro (for SEPA only) 1 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 (15 months) 1 Apr 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 (15 months) Euro (for SEPA only)
£191 € 224 £230 € 265

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