Membership Categories
The CIPHE registers individuals based upon their qualifications and experience. The categories and criterion are as follows:
Trainee
Studying for an accredited qualification in a plumbing or heating discipline.
Affiliate
Has obtained either City & Guilds Technical Certificate or NVQ Level 2 but requires further practical experience.
Associate (ACIPHE)
Holds NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Craft Certificate (circa. 1980) with appropriate practical experience (including 1 year post-NVQ experience) OR does not hold a formal qualification but has extensive practical experience supported by trade references and, where necessary, an inspection.
Member (MCIPHE)
Holds NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Advanced Craft Certificate with appropriate practical experience.
Fellow (FCIPHE)
Holds relevant qualifications with appropriate managerial experience. Companion Open to anyone who is connected with the plumbing and heating industry and supports the work of the CIPHE.
Annual Subscriptions and Fees (valid until 31st December 2010)
| Category |
Subscription
(June - Dec 2010) |
Entrance Fee |
Transfer Fee |
| Fellow (FCIPHE) |
£55.00 |
£50.00 |
£45.00 |
| Member (MCIPHE) |
£36.00 |
£50.00 |
£40.00 |
| Associate (ACIPHE) |
£36.00 |
£50.00 |
N/A |
| Affiliate |
£15.00 |
£20.00 |
N/A |
| Trainee |
£10.00 |
N/A |
N/A |
| Companion (CompCIPHE) |
£36.00 |
N/A |
N/A |
| Industrial Associate |
£110.00 |
£110.00 |
N/A |
Professional Standards Inspection
If an applicant is seeking enrolment into full membership but is unable to provide documentary evidence of practical competence in plumbing, we will offer an assessment inspection visit by one of our trained Professional Standards Inspectors. We charge a nominal £50 (non-refundable) to assist towards the costs for this service.
Tax Relief on Subscriptions
The whole of the CIPHE subscription is allowable for tax relief (subject to status) for members in the UK. Further details are available from the Inland Revenue.