How to become a Chartered Environmentalist

Chartered Environmentalist is offered by the Society of the Environment (SocEnv) to those members of its constituent bodies who occupy the professional grades of membership. The award will be available to IFM members who are in the Registered and Licentiate categories and are able to meet the requirement of SocEnv. Successful applicants will be those who can demonstrate that they have acquired a high standard of expertise in their field through academic study and/or substantial and varied practical experience. They will also be able to show that they are fully engaged in the practice of sustainable environmental management.

The application process for Chartered status comprises two phases. The first is a written submission to the Institute as detailed in the guidance notes. Should the Membership Committee decide that this reaches the required standard you will be invited for an interview to present the contents of the report to a Professional Review Panel. This will last about an hour and will be held wherever possible in your geographical area.

Those members who become Chartered Environmentalists will have to undergo Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to maintain their chartered status.

Please read the following documentation before completing and submitting the application form:

Guidance for completion of CEnv. application

CEnv. Competencies

CEnv. Application Form

The following document details the full IFM procedures for managing the scheme:

IFM procedures for managing CEnv. award.

CEnv Fees

An application fee is payable at the same time as your chartership documents are submitted. If you pass the initial stage and are invited for an interview, then a professional review fee will be payable. A registration fee and annual subscription to SocEnv will be charged if you succesfully obtain chartered status. The IFM will collect all fees on behalf of SocEnv.

Initial application:

Application fee: £25
Professional review fee: £50
Registration to SocEnv: £60 (includes initial registration fee and annual subscription for the first year)

Membership Renewal: £40