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- As a registered member, you can use the Register to advertise your qualified status and promote your professional services to potential clients or employers. On application, please send proof of qualification by sending documentation for your highest qualification to [email protected].
- Attend free CPD webinars to explore topics of interest and record CPD hours in the Members' Area
- Receive your quarterly Career Matters magazine (hard copy) with features on the latest research and practice, spotlight on different careers and reviews of books, resources and websites (back copies are available in the CPD Resources section in the members' only area)
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- Individual membership is for anyone practising in the sector in any role or for those with an interest in career development
- This is your way of demonstrating that you are part of the career development professional body, work to the highest standards of practice and adhere to the CDI Code of Ethics
- As a member of the CDI you can promote yourself by wearing the CDI members badge, using the member logo and adding the post-nominals MCDI after your name. You will also receive a certificate of membership
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- For students taking any qualification permitted for entry to the UK Register of Career Development Professionals, the Higher Apprenticeship: Career Development Professional, Scottish Modern and Technical Apprenticeship: Career Development and the Level 4 Diploma in Career Information and Advice. On application, please send evidence of your study—such as a confirmation of enrolment or a letter from your course provider—to [email protected].
- Access all the support you need and membership benefits at a discounted rate
- Being a CDI member demonstrates your commitment to high standards of practice and ethics right from the very beginning
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- For schools, colleges, universities, training providers, charities, sector skills councils and private companies, including any organisation from the corporate, public, community or voluntary sectors.
- Affiliate membership demonstrates that you are committed to providing high quality careers development activities and subscribe to the CDI Code of Ethics.
- An affiliate organisation nominates one person to receive and manage membership benefits.
What Our Members Say
Read what a few of our members say about themselves and the benefits of joining the Career Development Institute.
CDI membership provides me with access to a powerful community of careers professionals and a valuable collective body of knowledge to draw from, as well as reassurance and support when I've worked in more isolated roles.
Chris Webb
RCDP and co-host of the #WeAreCareers ShowFor clients, my membership demonstrates my ongoing commitment to delivering professional and high-quality services that meet and align with the CDI Code of Ethics.
Debbie Dymock
RCDP, MCDI, MIEPThanks a lot for nudging me to get the CDI membership. It's great!
Molshree Vaid
CDI memberGroup Membership
If your company or organisation would like multiple employees to enjoy the benefits of CDI membership, we offer a flexible group membership scheme designed to make it simple and cost-effective. This option allows you to provide your team with full access to our resources, professional development opportunities, and exclusive member benefits under one convenient arrangement.
Group membership not only streamlines administration but also demonstrates your commitment to supporting career development across your organisation. Learn more about how this scheme can work for you, or contact [email protected] to start your application.
We can provide a secure link for you to make your credit card payment. Please email [email protected] with your membership number and confirmation of your email address to be sent a secure payment link.
To the Career Development Institute at Lloyds Bank, Sort Code 30-98-21, Account 25337168. Please remember to supply your membership or invoice number as a reference on your payment.
Pay any CDI invoice using the secure GoCardless one-off payment system, request a link by emailing [email protected] with your membership or invoice number.
We accept Direct Debit in single-payments or in a range of instalment options (admin fees may apply.) Request the link by emailing [email protected]
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If you have any questions regarding paying for your membership, please email [email protected].
We are a paperless organisation and request that all remittances are sent digitally to [email protected].
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Additional member benefits
CDI insurance scheme
Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance for CDI members at special rates.
DBS checks
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks for CDI members working as private practitioners.
CDI members' resources library
Login as a member to access our extensive library of CPD resources. With over 600 recorded webinars, documents and more, the CDI offers one of the most extensive libraries of career development resources.