Enhancing your professional credibility

Organisations really value the CIPD and being a member is a true mark of professional commitment. When it’s your time to get noticed, CIPD membership will set you apart.

As a CIPD member you:

1. Demonstrate your expertise

You are a professional who has proven ability to apply your knowledge in practice, beyond study and qualifications. You are competent, confident and able to create an impact in the workplace.

‘CIPD certification is an important testament of the professional standard and capabilities of HR.’

Wei Wei Watson, Chartered FCIPD

2. Build your personal brand

You are boosting your personal brand with a professional designation (the letters after your name) that recognise your experience and expertise. That designation is a badge of professionalism, a recognised stamp of approval that sets you apart when you need it most.

'Getting this professional accreditation definitely makes me stand out in the market right now.'

Anandita Srivastava, Chartered MCIPD

‘It is empowering having the name CIPD on my CV. It’s a very big thing for me if I'm going for an interview.’

Muhammad Abuaker Siddique, Assoc CIPD

3. Inspire confidence and trust

You are a professional who has met our internationally recognised benchmark for excellence and inspire confidence in your employer, clients and peers.

‘I feel that being a CIPD member gives me the credibility required within my field, especially when dealing with senior stakeholders.’

Symon Irving, Assoc CIPD

4. Stay current and relevant

You are a professional committed to your own development - learning from the latest CIPD research, and other experienced professionals. You stay on top of the latest trends in the evolving world of HR and L&D, keeping your skills sharp.

‘Getting my Chartered MCIPD provided me with the validation that I am on the right career trajectory and that my achievements have put me on par with the highest standards in the profession.’

C P Tham, Chartered MCIPD

5. Uphold ethical values

You are an ambassador for the profession, acting with integrity, and championing better work and working lives in all you do.

Debbie Alder, Chartered FCIPD and DWP HR Director General, explains what being a Chartered Fellow means for her as a senior HR professional.

Organisations really value the CIPD and being a member is a true mark of professional commitment. When it’s your time to get noticed, CIPD membership will set you apart.