Is Associate membership right for me?
Associate membership is perfect for you if have any of the following or equivalent qualifications:
Minimum experience (years) |
Qualification level required |
None
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Options include:
- CIWM accredited degree
- Relevant non-CIWM accredited degree or degree level qualification
- Completion of CIWM endorsed/accredited in-house competence framework (e.g. EA PER Certificate)
- Level 4 or higher technical qualification recognised or accredited by CIWM
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2 years
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Options include:
- Completion of Waste and Resource Operative apprenticeship
- Completion of relevant non-degree level qualification
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More than 2 years
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No specific qualification required
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Becoming Chartered
CIWM’s Associate members are the Chartered Resource and Waste Managers of the future and many choose to apply for Chartered membership as they progress within their career. Becoming a Chartered member of CIWM demonstrates further experience within the sector and makes a powerful statement about your commitment to, and achievements in, the resources and waste sector. Find out more about Chartered membership and how to apply here.