Your explanation of CIPD grades seems to favour chartered members. As a Graduate/Affiliate member am I disadvantaged here?
There is no doubt that chartered membership of the CIPD denotes recognition of having achieved a Masters level of knowledge and understanding of the standards underpinning the qualification. If you are already a graduate then you should contact the Membership Officer of your local branch and discuss the criteria for getting upgraded – it really is a simple process. If you are an Affiliate, Licentiate or Associate this may be the most appropriate grade for you, particularly if you are providing services outside the mainstream personnel and development areas, and this fact is included in our explanation. However there may be routes into chartered membership that would suit you at this stage in your career and it’s worth discussing this with your branch Membership Officer, or looking at the information available from CIPD.
