Fellowship (FCIH) recognises highly experienced professionals who have made a significant contribution to the housing profession. It is the most senior membership grade offered by CIH.
Fellowship is recognised across the housing profession as an indicator of professional expertise, competence as a broad-skilled practitioner. Fellows have a commitment to both improving communities and enriching the housing profession.
Applications are often from senior leaders, aspiring leaders and experienced professionals looking to demonstrate their impact and leadership within housing.
The benefits of becoming a CIH fellow include:
- Recognition of your professionalism
- Evidence that you have kept up-to-date with current housing issues
- Demonstration of your commitment to housing as a profession
- Ability to vote at CIH meetings and stand-in for governing board
- Eligible to apply for the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) professionally qualified person card
As a member you can attend all our events for free*, they cover a variety of topics, ranging from practical housing management, high-level policy discussions to webinars designed to support your professional development.
*Due to the way these are hosted, we are unable to include dinner events and parts of Housing Community Summit in this offer.
Assist other CIH members to implement effective career development strategies at a time of rapid change in the housing world by becoming a Mentor.
We dedicate ourselves to support you in your continuous professional development (CPD). Being able to track, record and monitor your CPD is crucial as you progress through the membership grades, but also as evidence of your personal professional development to your employer.
We’ve partnered with The Institute of Leadership and Management (TILM) to offer an exclusive joint membership deal to current CIH members, giving access to a wealth of support to grow your leadership potential within the housing sector.
Be the first to know about all the breaking news for the sector as and when it happens. With regular newsletters to keep you in the loop with everything that is going on in the housing sector.
We will also keep you informed about about upcoming events, training courses and more.
How to become a fellow FCIH
To become a fellow, you will need to be a current chartered member (CIHCM) and be able to demonstrate how you have contributed to the housing profession.
Assessment for fellowship is based on the following criteria:
- Contribution to the profession and the community: the member has been actively engaged in developing and supporting other members of the profession and/or the community and can demonstrate they have made a difference
- Leadership: the member will have shown leadership experience in their field, developing and delivering a vision, encouraging others and advancing the environment in the sector in which they operate
Fees and payment
Fellowship (FCIH) is available to UK members for an annual fee of £406, which can be spread across 12 months by Direct Debit at no extra cost.
Ways to pay your £406 annual membership fee:
per month*
12-month Direct Debit plan
per year
One-off annual payment
*Equivalent to less than £34 a month, based on a £406 annual fee.
How to pay:
- Spread the cost over 12 months through Direct Debit at no extra cost
- Pay online through MyCIH
- If your employer is paying you can request an invoice online, over the phone or via email
- Pay over the phone with our friendly membership team by calling us on 024 7685 1700.
How to apply
To apply, you’ll need to be a current chartered member (CIHCM) and able to demonstrate your leadership and contribution to the profession.
The application involves submitting your CV, personal statement, two referee statements, and evidence of your recent CPD.
All applications are acknowledged, and you’ll receive confirmation of review timelines. Applications can be submitted at any time and will be considered at the next meeting of the CIH Fellowship Admissions Panel.
A non-refundable fee of £250 is due at the time of application. Applications will not be reviewed until payment is received.
Ready to apply?
Submit your application form online — full guidance and requirements are available on our application page.
Got questions about fellowship?
If you’re considering applying or want to check your eligibility, get in touch with our team. Call us, email us, or use our enquiry form — we’ll be happy to guide you through the process.
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