Overview and Benefits of Membership

• These are assemblages of professionals within a particular specialization or professional field that come together for the purpose of collaboration, networking and professional development of advancement

  Professional Organizations
• A requirement for hiring, retention and sometimes for the renewal of professional licenses; this is a professional society duly accredited by PRC and respective PRB

  Accredited professional organization (APO) and Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO)
• 6 Benefits of membership in Professional Organizations

  Professionalism, Education, Perks, Networking, Profile, and Recognition
• Adhere to the set of rules or code of ethics prescribed by the professional society. An advantage for employers and also shapes the conduct of a professional

  Professionalism
• Professional organizations organize continuing professional development (CPD) activities for their members

  Education
• Monetary discounts on registration fees exclusively offered to members of the organization

  Perks
• CPD activities provide opportunities for building networks in the field. Creating long-term linkages and connections with other professionals in the field

  Networking
• Membership in a professional organization can also build the career portfolio of a professional

  Profile
• Professional organizations recognize their outstanding members and leaders in the practice of special fields

  Recognition