It's definitely worth the effort!
Professional membership is the benchmark for best practice in HR. Gaining recognition from the world's largest Chartered HR and development body can give you a competitive advantage.
It's valued by employers
Professional membership demonstrates to employers that you’re able to apply your professional knowledge in the workplace for the benefit of the organisation.
Raising your profile in the workplace
Professional membership provides greater recognition for HR and development professionals. Plus designatory letters (Assoc CIPD, Chartered MCIPD, Chartered FCIPD) after your name will raise your profile with employers and peers.
Boost your earning potential
Research* has found that members of professional organisations, who also hold qualifications, can expect to earn up to £152,000 more over the course of their working life. (*CCPMO Impact Report, December 2008)
More streamlined process
The process is now more straightforward for you and your supporting colleagues.
Your profession benefits too!
Being a CIPD professional member puts you in a stronger position to achieve your career objectives. As your personal professionalism and capabilities become more widely recognised, this will reflect favourably on the profession as a whole.
'I'm really glad that I took the time to apply to upgrade to Chartered Fellow. The process was rigorous (and so it should be). However it was really easy to follow and the guidelines clearly demonstrated what's required.'
Aidan Harney, Chartered FCIPD, Engineers Ireland.