CIPD membership and the Profession Map
CIPD membership grades are aligned to the four impact levels defined in the Profession Map: Foundation, Associate, Chartered Member and Chartered Fellow level.
Your CIPD membership grade reflects your level of knowledge and impact, your engagement in your professional development and your ongoing commitment to best practice.
CIPD Trust
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We offer a range of ways to stay connected,from events to networking, workshops and webinars.
Make the most of the Profession Map
The Profession Map is for everyone in our profession – individuals and teams, members and non-members. Learn more about the Profession Map and how you can use it.
Explore the purpose, values, knowledge and behaviours at the heart of our profession
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Why we review our professional standards and what we’ve changed
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Discover what great looks like for your people team
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