Membership
Membership of the IoCP is a recognition of commitment to the IoCP's standards. It gives the individual membership of an international community of commissioners who are committed to improvement and excellence in Commissioning.
The IoCP believes that commissioning will only get better if all commissioners within it work together as a cohesive team. One of the strengths of the Institute lies in the range of expertise and experience of its members and the fact that the ultimate goal is shared by all - improving services for all.
Eligibility
Within the IoCP, there is a place for every kind of commissioner who meets its eligibility criteria and is committed to its purpose. The IoCP also encourages those that interact with commissioners e.g. those from the Voluntary/Civil sectors to join as Associate Members, Private sector
Current members come from:
- NHS, PCT's, SHA's
- Public Sector, LA's, Government Agencies.
- Voluntary/Civil Sector
- Private Sector and
- Are from commissioning officers to directors
Membership Criteria
You are eligible to join the IoCP as a Full member if you:
- Have 2 years Commissioning management experience
- A recognised professional or managerial qualification or demonstrable relevant experiential learning.
If you do not yet satisfy all the criteria for Full membership you may become an Associate member while working towards becoming a Full member. Associate membership is available to the Civil/Voluntary Sector
Reduced rates are currently available for UK residents on lower salaries (less than £17000 wte), retired members, those taking a career break and currently not in paid employment, and students undertaking the recognised commissioning courses or the IoCP's Commissioning Accreditation award.
JOIN HERE - This will open up on to the IHM Web site as the IoCP has merged with the IHM.
For more information regarding the IoCP's Commissioning Accreditation Award and what it entails please click Here
How to Join
The Application Process
Applying for IoCP Membership usually takes less than two weeks! To join, either:
- Join online by completing the IoCP Membership Application form and paying the appropriate membership fee, indicating any preferences you may have;
- Email Membership Help Desk at Membership Help Desk for the IoCP Membership Application form and send to: Membership Helpdesk, IoCP, 88 Windsor Court, Southgate, London N14 5HS
If you wish to pay by Direct Debit you may either register online and tick the appropriate payment box or request a Direct Debit form from the Membership Helpdesk
You will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of application by email.
Your application is rigorously assessed against the membership criteria. Please send a copy of all relevant certificates. If there are any queries, or if we require more information, we will contact you.
Click through for details of the Membership Fees.
If successful, IoCP will confirm your membership and send out a 'New Members Pack' containing membership card, benefits details and information to get you started.
For more information call the Membership Helpdesk on 0208 886 2462.
Alternatively, you can email our or write to the address below.
Institute of Commissioning Professionals
88 Windsor Court
Chase Side
Southgate
London
N14 5HS