How to become a member
We offer different routes into membership depending on your experience
Membership
Join the professional body for HR and people development
Supporting, empowering and connecting more than 150,000 members worldwide
Through our expertise and research we'll provide you and your organisation with a valuable viewpoint on the rapidly changing world of work, the standards for the people profession and the know-how to achieve organisational success. Join us.
Thinking of becoming a CIPD member?
Membership grades
There’s a membership grade for everyone working in the people profession
Coming back into membership
We’re always glad to welcome you back into membership
Are you an employer interested in membership for your team?
Recognition for your people professionals and their impact in the workplace
Membership fees
Find out the annual fees for different membership grades
Already a CIPD member?
Manage your CIPD membership
Get help managing your account and find answers to frequently asked questions
Renew your membership
It’s quick and easy to renew online or by phone
Upgrade your membership
It could be time to recognise your professional experience