Submit your application

Please use the link below to apply for or upgrade your accreditation (PCIfA, ACIfA, MCIfA).

If you have a CIfA accredited degree, you can apply for accreditation at PCIfA in the same way and additional guidance is provided using the accredited application link below.

You can also click the links below to apply

to re-join - if you were previously an accredited member of CIfA
for the fast-track to PCIfA - if you have achieved an NVQ in Archaeological practice or a level 3 Apprenticeship in archaeology and the historic environment within the last two years
using your accredited degree for PCIfA - if you have qualified with one

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Accredited applications and upgrades

Apply as a new member or upgrade your membership for Practitioner, Associate or Member (PCIfA, ACIfA or MCIfA).

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Rejoin CIfA

Apply to rejoin at your previously held accredited grade.

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NVQ and Apprenticeship fast-track

Apply for CIfA membership using your NVQ or Apprenticeship.

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Accredited degree applications

Find out how to apply for accreditation at Practitioner (PCIfA) with a CIfA accredited degree.