For anyone working in or interested in housing, including students, new entrants and front-line professionals.
No housing experience or CIH qualification required.
Suitable for housing officers, established practitioners and middle managers.
A CIH-recognised Level 3 or Level 4 qualification is required.
Suitable for experienced housing professionals, aspiring leaders and senior managers.
A CIH-recognised Level 5 or above qualification, or an eligible alternative route, is required.
For senior housing professionals and leaders who have made a significant contribution to the housing sector.
Current Chartered membership, with evidence of leadership experience and significant sector contribution.
Our membership offer is designed to develop, inform and support you as a housing professional.
From keeping you informed about the latest sector developments to helping you build your expertise and connect with others, CIH membership provides the recognition, resources and support to help you progress.
We offer a range of pathways for organisations to take advantage of the benefits of CIH membership and education products but at a strategic and scalable organisation level.
Our strategic membership offers three pathways, tailored so you can find the right option for your organisation.
Find out about membership costs, reduced rates for eligible members and fees for international members.
Whether you’re joining, renewing, or managing your membership, we’re here to help. Find out how to contact us and get the support you need.
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Anyone is welcome to join CIH membership, no matter where you are in your housing career.
Our latest sector updates, advice on policy and practice and housing networks are a few of the member benefits that are designed to support you at every stage of your housing journey.
Our mission is to support housing professionals to create a future in which everyone has a place to call home. We want you to support that mission.
We have four grades of membership which reflect wherever you are in your career. Whether you're a student just starting in housing, a front-line professional looking to move into management, a chief executive or a senior leader wanting to demonstrate your commitment to professionalism and the industry, we have a membership grade to suit you.
Aimed at individuals who are interested in or working in housing but have not gained a CIH qualification. We often see individuals who are new to the industry, are students or have front facing roles, apply for this grade.
Aimed at individuals who have achieved a CIH qualification at level 3 or level 4. Or have completed other CIH recognised qualifications at the same level. We often see individuals who are housing officers, middle management or have established a career path and are studying a qualification, apply for this grade.
Aimed at individuals who have achieved a CIH recognised qualification at level 5 or above, or completed an experiential route accredited by CIH. We often see individuals who are senior managers, aspiring leaders and experienced professionals, apply for this grade.
Aimed at individuals who can demonstrate that they have made a significant contribution to the sector. You'll need to be a current chartered member to apply for this grade. We often see individuals who are senior leaders, aspiring leaders and experienced professionals, apply for this grade.
Our membership fees are based on the grade of membership you choose. For more information, visit the membership fees page.
If you're a UK taxpayer and you pay your own membership fees, you may be entitled to claim tax relief on your subscription. Find out more on the UK Government's website.
You can apply online by selecting the relevant membership grade for you. Alternatively you can call us on 024 7685 1700 and complete your membership application over the phone.
Your application is subject to approval and a member of the membership team will contact you once it has been reviewed. If you'd like to talk to a member of our team or discuss your eligibility for membership, you can find out contact information here.
We offer different concessionary rates for members who provide support or have exceptional circumstances. These classes do not affect your membership grade but will reduce the cost of your subscription.
To reinstate your membership, please select your applicable grade from the membership grades. Log into MyCIH and start a new membership application.
Your application is subject to approval and a member of the membership team will contact you once it has been reviewed. If you would like to discuss this with a member of the team please contact membership.services@cih.org or call 024 7685 1700.
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