IfA - A Chartered Institute

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So that got me thinking...

What do others get... RIBA for example.?

RIBA Student Membership benefits Student membership is FREE and entitles you to a wide range of benefits and services to boost your development which include:

• being part of a prestigious and world renowned institute;
  
• free use of the RIBA library and Information centre;
  
• monthly RIBA Student newsletter featuring information about the latest architectural events taking place;
  
• preferential rates for seminars and lectures at the RIBA;
  
• access to RIBA Knowledge Communities and RIBAnet;
  
• discounted subscription to the RIBA Journal for only ?37 a year;
  
• 10% discount at RIBA bookshops in store and online;
  
• exclusive funding opportunities available for students.
  
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As an RIBA Chartered Member, you will be able to access a wide range of exclusive benefits and services that deliver the tools and support to help you excel in your career and stay ahead of the competition.
Knowledge, research and information

• Receive free specialist guidance on architectural practise, business matters, history and the work of the RIBA through the dedicated RIBA Information Centre.
  
• Enhance your skill set and share your views on specialist topics of interest with those who work in the architectural and wider construction profession through the RIBA Knowledge Communities.
  
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• Share your thoughts and debate issues with fellow RIBA members and staff through the lively online discussion forum – RIBAnet.
  
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• Exchange information and inspiration on topics relating to architecture through the RIBA online community wiki - RIBApedia.
  
• Receive preferential rates for lectures, seminars and other RIBA Trust events.
  
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• Access legal, technical and regulatory guidance through free telephone consultation with over 20 practice consultants or RIBA staff with specialist knowledge on a range of topics.
  
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Raise your profile and attract clients

• Use of the ‘RIBA’ affix and the title ‘Chartered Architect’ to signal your excellence.
  
• Communicate your quality amongst clients and colleagues by using the RIBA crest on your personal stationery.
  
• Entry into the online RIBA Chartered Members directory.
  

Personal and career development

• Maintain your CPD records online with free access to the RIBA’s CPD recording system.
  
• Expand your expertise and interact with potential clients by applying to become an RIBA Client Design Advisor.
  
• Access free or low-cost training providers through the free RIBA CPD Providers’ Network directory.
  
• Advance your learning and obtain qualifications and certificates, in architecture, design or business management areas through RIBA Skill and Specialist CPD.
  
• Gain up-to-date knowledge and enhance your expertise on a wide range of subjects, as well as earning CPD points by attending the free CPD Providers Network regional roadshows.
  
• Access tips, advice and exclusive downloads via the online RIBA CPD section.
  

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So to be honest. not too far fom the proposal from the IfA as it does seem to say it will get you respect in about 9 different ways to make the list longer





and then I looked at the progressive nature..

Student >> Associate >> Chartered >> Retired


Now here I like

I do keep banging on about the Pifa Aifa and that should really be seen as Associate. with Chartered being the same as Member. something that any digger and member o the profession can be. however. as Uo1 rightly says... we are a profession with a myriad heads. and a Chartered Archaeologist... ( Illustrator ) would perhaps not be the person you want running your project.