Student Member
For those looking to start or develop their career in the people profession
Unlock your career potential
Just starting out, changing careers or wanting to learn more about the people profession? Combining CIPD membership with a CIPD qualification will speak volumes for your commitment towards good practice. It will enable you to really stand out whilst boosting your career prospects.
This grade could be for you if …
- you are currently studying or are about to study a CIPD accredited qualification in HR or L&D
- you need immediate access to CIPD resources and support for your studies
- you want to progress through CIPD membership grades
What people say about being a Student Member
It has been a big shift from not seeing a need for the CIPD, to thinking, how would I have got here without them?
Maria Creisson
CIPD Student Member
I feel supported by the CIPD. If I have any HR-related issues I know where to turn to... and it keeps me up to date.
Muhammad Abubakir Khan
Student member
It was totally worth the financial investment, the industry professionals have really added so much perspective to all of those subjects we have been studying.
Sonam Taneja
Student member
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Member benefits to support you
As a Student Member you’re equipped for future success. You’ll benefit from effective support for your studies, powerful career advice, opportunities to network with senior professionals and valuable discounts on learning resources. Take a look at some key benefits for Student Members.
Career hub
Knowledge hub
Online communities
Wellbeing helpline
Join membership
Become a Student Member
Start building the professional abilities and sought-after skills that today’s employers are looking for
If you've already enrolled for a CIPD qualification please use the same email address when you join, so you can access all of your Student Member benefits straight away
Find a CIPD qualification
We offer a raft of qualifications to support your career ambitions and help you get a head start in the people profession
Student Member fees
Enjoy a 40% discount on the Associate Member fees and join Student Membership online today. You must enrol on your qualification within nine months of becoming a Student Member.
Joining fee: £40
Student Member fee for up to 12 months* (from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021): £98
Total: £138
You can pay by card or through direct debit instalments, and you’ll need to renew your membership annually on 1 July. We’ll send you renewal information well before the due date to remind you how much is due.
* Depending on when you join in the year, we offer different membership fee options.
Not sure if becoming a Student Member is right for you?
Foundation Member
For people professionals who apply their knowledge to deliver strong tactical support
Associate Member
For people professionals delivering operational work to support wider business needs
Studying not for you?
We have a direct, non-study route into CIPD membership for people professionals with at least one year’s experience
You may also be interested in
- Our official Student membership brochure
- Membership terms and conditions
- More about careers in the people profession
- Registering your pre-2021 Award qualification obtained through a centre? Complete the Award registration form.
Ask for advice about becoming a Student Member
Call +44 (0)20 8612 6208
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