Becoming a member of your respective professional body is the perfect way to advance your career after you get a job. Becoming a member entitles you to benefits, support and lifelong learning.

Chartered status means you have the respect of your professional peers and have shown a willingness to continue your professional development throughout your career.

Below is a list of the most popular professional bodies in the UK.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

British Computer Society

British Psychological Society

Chartered Institute of Building

Chartered Institute of Marketing

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development

Chartered Management Institute

Engineering Council UK

Institute of Chemical Engineers

Institute of Civil Engineers

Royal College of Nursing

Royal Society of Chemistry