Professional registration serves to protect the interests of both the public and professionals, ensuring high standards and continuous improvement in the profession.
Professional registration is important on several accounts
- Establishes credibility and trust with clients, employers, and the public
- Career benefits, growth and progression
- Formal recognition of one’s qualification, expertise, and recognition
Review the steps to gain your professional registration and CIBSE membership.
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Step One
You should be able to demonstrate all the competences for the grade of professional registration that you wish to apply for.
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Step Two
Ensure you have the necessary foundational knowledge, competence, and preparedness for professional practice.
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Step Three
Achieving professional registration involves meeting competence and academic requirements, to confirm which route to membership is most suitable to you.
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Step Four
Details on gathering and organising the necessary evidence to demonstrate your competence, experience, and qualifications.
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Step Five
Achieve the recognition you deserve and demonstrate your commitment to excellence by submitting your application for professional registration.
Submit your applicationAny questions?
Explore our FAQs pages for more information about how to join CIBSE, the membership types, the application process for professional registration, or other enquiries you might have.
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