ICA Membership FAQs

How do I become a member?.

ICA provides four different levels of individual membership. Whether you are just starting out in your career, have gained an ICA professional qualification or are an experienced practitioner, there is a level appropriate for you. To join ICA, simply fill out the online application form, where you will be asked some screening questions to confirm which level you are eligible for. https://www.int-comp.org/become-a-member/

Please note: Membership of ICA is compulsory for anybody wishing to study towards an ICA certification or qualification.

I’ve passed my exam, when can I upgrade my membership?

Once you have received your exam results, you will be eligible to be upgraded to the next membership level you are entitled to.

Contact Membership at membership@int-comp.org in order to upgrade

Is there a time limit to becoming a Member?

No. Please click here for further information.

How should I submit the application form?

All application forms need to be submitted via the online form.

Do I receive a discount if I sign up for more than one year?

Yes, please refer to the individual membership levels page for the different fees.

My employer will pay for my membership but they need an invoice. Do I have to submit payment first?

We do request that the relevant fee is sent via the online application form. A receipted invoice will be sent in your membership pack. Please note that as ICA Membership is for individuals only, the invoice will be sent to the applicant. Invoices cannot be addressed to employers.

The majority of members will pay the fee by card and claim it back thorough expenses, however you must check this with your employer.

What details are shown in the Member's Directory?

If you request your correspondence to be directed to your employer address the following details will be shown:
Name
Job Title
Employer
Work Address
Email
Jurisdiction
Switchboard telephone number

If you request your correspondence to be directed to your home address the following details will be shown:
Name
Job Title
Jurisdiction
Email

What is CPD?

CPD is continuing professional development. We require members to complete a minimum of 35 hours per membership year. There are many ways you can gain CPD. As an ICA member you have access to a wide range of articles, publications, videos and a library of online learning (that are regularly updated) making it easy to keep up to date with latest developments and initiatives. The ICA CPD learning centre is designed in a way that allows each person to individually filter their view of the content based on their area of interest.

It also provides general and jurisdiction specific technical learning as well as a huge menu of soft skills learning that can support their wider responsibilities - all in bitesized pieces.

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I let my membership lapse; do I have to take another qualification to rejoin?

No, you can rejoin at any time, please email membership@int-comp.org with your current contact details and they will arrange an invoice for you.

How can I pay for Membership?

Please call (0) 121 362 7747 to discuss your payment options.

How do I become a Fellow of the ICA?

This level of membership is:

for those who have completed an ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma qualification;
for those who have been a Professional Member (MICA) for five consecutive years and have circa 10 years of practical experience at a senior level;
for those who qualify for the experiential Fellow route.

Please click here for further details.