Peter Bond FCIH | housing assessor, The Learning Foundry
I decided to apply because I was keen to demonstrate my continued commitment to professional development. Furthermore, I wanted to be a positive example for other frontline housing officers and managers to follow and demonstrate that you don't necessarily have to be a chief executive to become a fellow.
Sign up from £31* a month
Fellowship is recognised across the housing profession as an indicator of professional expertise, competence as a broad-skilled practitioner and a commitment to both improving communities and enriching the housing profession. We often see individuals who are senior leaders, aspiring leaders and experienced professionals, apply for this grade.
The benefits of becoming a fellow of CIH include:
- Proof 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
*Pay your £368 membership cost via Direct Debit across 12 months.
How we support you
Be the first to know about all the breaking news for the sector as and when it happens.
Your CIH membership will unlock full access to Inside Housing so you can keep up to date with the latest housing news. You’ll receive a digital copy of Week in Housing, the weekly round-up and analysis of the week’s biggest stories, and a monthly bumper physical edition of Inside Housing, delving deep into key themes, with new levels of detailed analysis and in-depth research, packed full of knowledge and insight.
You can also make use of IH Live, a new mix of video and audio content designed to bring you the latest thinking, innovative ideas and guidance and regular IH newsletters straight to your inbox.
Our fortnightly newsletter dedicated to you ensures that you are kept in the loop with all things CIH as well as what is going on in the wider sector. Find out about upcoming events and member-only blogs and reports.
Once a month you'll receive a regional newsletter from your regional manager packed full of the latest policy news, latest housing stories, upcoming events, training courses and qualifications.
Are you eligible?
To become a fellow you will need to be a current chartered member of CIH and be able to demonstrate how you have contributed to the 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
Application checklist
- Complete the application form
- Attach your Curriculum vitae
- Include a personal statement (1000 words maximum)
- Include statements by two referees
- Show evidence of 20 hours CPD during the last 12 months
- Submit your application
Please note a non-refundable fee of £250 is due at the time of application.
Applications will not go before the CIH Fellowship Admissions Panel until full payment has been received.
Currently a chartered member and looking to gain Fellowship? Call 024 7685 1700 or email customer@cih.org.
