CIBSE is excited to announce the launch of the Experience Route to membership. This innovative pathway offers a faster, more cost-effective way for professionals to achieve CIBSE membership and professional registration, valuing practical experience as much as academic qualifications.
Fast-track your professional journey
The Experience Route is designed for working professionals in the field of engineering with 2-5 years of experience who may not have an accredited degree or recognised qualification. This pathway is perfect for those who want to fast-track their career progression and gain professional recognition based on their hands-on expertise.
Key benefits of the Experience Route
- Practical recognition: We recognise your real-world experience and value your contributions to the industry.
- Faster process: Become a member in as little as four months.
- Cost-effective: Save on costs while achieving professional status and recognition.
- Career advancement: Enhance your professional credentials and career prospects without the need for a lengthy academic journey.
- Inclusive opportunity: This route is open to all experienced professionals, regardless of academic background, ensuring equal opportunities for advancement.
The launch of the Experience Route by CIBSE addresses several critical needs within the building services engineering industry. It recognises and values practical experience for professionals who lack formal academic qualifications, providing a faster and more accessible path to professional membership. This route helps alleviate skills shortages by bringing more qualified professionals into the field and offers cost-effective career advancement opportunities without lengthy educational pathways.
The Experience Route promotes inclusivity and diversity by welcoming professionals from varied backgrounds and meets employer demands for a recognised and skilled workforce. It allows professionals to adapt to industry evolution by gaining necessary credentials, thereby enhancing their competitiveness. By ensuring high professional standards, the route contributes to industry excellence and supports continuous professional development (CPD) through lifelong learning opportunities. Additionally, it aligns with industry best practices, ensuring that all professionals, regardless of their background, meet the same high standards as those with academic qualifications.
Turn experience into credentials
If you are an existing CIBSE member looking to upgrade your registration to CEng or IEng, a working professional with hands-on experience, or an employer looking to support your team’s professional development, the Experience Route is your gateway to enhanced recognition and career growth.
For more information and to begin your application, visit www.cibse.org/registration.