Grades
It is possible to apply for three main grades of membership dependent on your skills and level of experience. These are:
Associate
Member
Certified
If you would like to join BIFM at an assessed level of membership (Member and Certified Grade) or if you would like to upgrade your membership then you may like to find out about our Step Up Your Membership programme.
This is a free weekly guidance and support programme which can help you achieve the professional recognition you deserve in as little as three weeks.
If you are unsure of the application process or would like further help on completing any required supporting documents, we can help you support you through this. For help or further information please contact the Membership Team on 0845 058 1358 or email membership@bifm.org.uk
Do you know which route you need to apply for?
Associate
Associate grade is suitable for people who are new to the FM industry, or working within junior FM positions.
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Member
Member grade members are entitled to use the post nominal letters MBIFM. You can apply to be Member grade via one of the following routes:
a) Three years’ management, two years’ FM experience and passed the BIFM Level 4 Diploma OR at least one years’ managerial and FM experience and have passed the BIFM Level 5 Diploma
b) Three years’ management, two years’ FM experience and passed the BIFM Part I examinations
c) Three years’ management, two years’ FM experience and have other relevant qualifications. The qualification must be FM related and be at Level 4 or 5. For more information on this route, please click here
d) Five years’ FM and three years’ Management experience
As Member Grade is an assessed level of membership you will be required to supply a full CV, current job description and reflective CPD record alongside you application form.
You may be required to supply further supporting materials dependent on your entry route.
Unsure which route you need to apply by then please our diagnostic tool to find out which grade is the most suitable for you.
Alternatively join as an Associate Member today start receiving your member benefits today and apply for an immediate upgrade.
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Certified
Certified grade members are entitled to use the post nominal letters CBIFM. You can apply to be Certified grade via one of the following routes:
a) Three years or more management and FM experience and passed BIFM Level 6 Diploma
b) Three years or more management and FM experience and completed BIFM Part II
c) Three years or more management and FM experience and completed BIFM Accredited HE Course at Level 6. Click here for more information on BIFM Accredited HE Courses
d) Three years or more management and FM experience and have exempting qualifying criteria. For further information on this route, please click here
As our Certified Grade is an assessed level of membership you will be required to supply a full CV, current job description and reflective CPD record alongside you application form.
You may be required to supply further supporting materials dependent on your entry route.
Unsure which route you need to apply by then please use our diagnostic tool to find out which grade is the most suitable for you.
Alternatively join as an Associate Member today start receiving your member benefits today and apply for an immediate upgrade
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Fellowship of the BIFM
If you are currently a Certified member you can apply for Fellowship of the BIFM. Please click here for further information with regards to this
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Grade |
Post nominals |
Qualifications Entry Requirements |
Experience Requirements | ||
|
Total years |
of which, years in FM |
including years in management | |||
|
Honorary Fellow |
Hon FBIFM |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
|
Fellow |
FBIFM |
Upgrade from CBIFM |
5 |
5 |
5 at senior level |
|
Certified |
CBIFM |
BIFM Level 6 Diploma |
3 |
3 |
2 at middle level |
|
Completion of BIFM Part II | |||||
|
BIFM Accredited HE Course at level 6 or above | |||||
|
Exempting Qualifying Criteria | |||||
|
Member |
MBIFM |
BIFM Level 5 Diploma |
1 |
1 |
1 at middle level |
|
BIFM Level 4 Diploma or BIFM Part I |
3 |
2 |
3 at middle level | ||
|
Other Relevant Qualifications |
3 |
2 |
3 at middle level | ||
|
Vocational |
5 |
|
3 at middle level | ||
|
Associate |
N/A |
Open to all with an interest in FM (suitable for holders of ILM Level 3 Award, Certificate or Diploma) | |||
For further information on BIFM Membership grades please visit our FAQ’s page
Student Members and other concessions
Students
If you are studying for a degree in Facilities Management or you are studying for one of the BIFM Qualifications you will be eligible for a student concession which will reduce your subscription to £70.00 per year, regardless of your membership grade. In order to claim this rate of membership you will be asked for proof of your student status.
Unemployed Members
If you are unemployed you are eligible to claim a reduced subscription for one year. Please contact the membership department on 0845 058 1358 or at membership@bifm.org.uk for more information.
Retired Members
If you are over 60 and not in full time employment, you are eligible to apply for a retired concessionary rate of membership. Again, please contact the membership department for further information.
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