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ASHEPA Professional Membership

ASHEPA Membership Grades

Choose the pathway that reflects your current stage of professional development. Final eligibility depends on the applicable evidence and assessment requirements.

Developing

Student

For people currently studying a relevant programme. Current enrolment evidence is required; professional experience is not required.

Student Membership
Connected

Affiliate

For people interested in, supporting or working alongside HSE who are not applying for a verified professional competence grade.

Qualified

Graduate

For applicants with a recognised relevant post-secondary qualification. It provides a structured development pathway toward Professional Membership.

Verified professional

Professional Member

For experienced practitioners who demonstrate verified relevant experience and the required Level 3 competency profile through Route A, B or RPL.

Professional Membership
Senior professional

Fellow

For highly experienced professionals demonstrating sustained senior, specialist, strategic or leadership contribution and advanced professional competence.

Fellowship
Organisation

Corporate

For organisations seeking a formal relationship with ASHEPA and professional-development opportunities for their people.

Corporate Membership

Not sure which grade fits?

Create your account and use the guided membership route. The recommendation is advisory; ASHEPA verifies the evidence before a final grade decision.