About BIAP Membership
Our membership structure is designed to support professionals at every stage of their career, from students beginning their journey to senior leaders shaping the future of assessment practice.
Eligibility
Membership of the British Institute of Assessment Professionals is open to anyone involved in assessment practice within education and vocational training. Whether you’re a student beginning your journey, an experienced assessor with years of practical experience, or a senior quality assurance professional leading teams, there’s a membership grade designed for your career stage.
We welcome assessors, internal verifiers, external quality assurers, trainer-assessors, assessment managers, and anyone working in roles that involve evaluating learner competence and performance.
You don’t need a university degree to join BIAP – we recognise that excellence in vocational assessment comes through professional qualifications, practical experience, and continuous development.
Our inclusive membership criteria reflect the diverse pathways into assessment careers, valuing vocational alongside demonstrable professional experience.
If you’re committed to maintaining high standards in assessment practice and want to be part of a professional community that values your expertise, you’re eligible to apply for BIAP membership.
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Job Roles Eligible for BIAP Membership
Assessment Roles:
- Apprenticeship Assessor
- NVQ Assessor
- End-Point Assessor (EPA)
Quality Assurance Roles:
- Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)
- Lead Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)
- External Quality Assurer (EQA)
- Lead External Quality Assurer (EQA)
Leadership and Management Roles:
- Head of Quality Assurance
- Assessment Manager
- Quality Manager
- Curriculum Manager (with assessment responsibilities)
Technology and Innovation Roles:
- E-Assessment Coordinator
- Digital Assessment Specialist
- Assessment Systems Administrator
- E-Portfolio Manager
Independent and Consultancy Roles:
- Independent Assessment Consultant
- Quality Assurance Consultant
- Assessment Policy Advisor
- Training Provider Consultant
Research and Development Roles:
- Assessment Researcher
- Educational Psychometrician
- Assessment Validity Researcher
- Curriculum and Assessment Developer
Membership Levels
Choose the membership level that best fits your career stage and professional needs
Student Member
For those starting their assessment journey
£35
Criteria
Training to become assessors or verifiers
OR
Studying education and training qualifications
AND
Agree to abide to the BIAP Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
Associate (Assoc BIAP)
For new assessment practitioners
£80
Criteria
Level 3 Qualification from the list below
OR
1+ year experience in vocational training role
OR
Teaching/training with assessment responsibilities
AND
15 hours CPD annually
AND
Agree to abide to the BIAP Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
Member
(MBIAP)
For qualified practitioners
£120
Criteria
Level 4 Qualification from the list below
OR
Level 3 Qualification from the list below
AND
Current practising role in assessment
AND
30 hours CPD annually
AND
Agree to abide to the BIAP Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
Fellow
(FBIAP)
For senior practitioners and leaders
£220
Criteria
Level 4 Qualification from the list below
OR
Level 3 Qualification from the list below
AND
8+ years senior experience
AND
Leadership role (Head of Quality, etc.)
AND
Significant contribution to practice
AND
References from two Fellows required
AND
30 hours CPD annually
AND
Agree to abide to the BIAP Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
Corporate
Member
For awarding or training organisation
£1250
Criteria
Be actively involved in either the design or delivery of vocational assessments.
OR
Have an interest in upholding and improving the standard of assessment in vocational education.
Assessment Qualification Framework
Understanding the qualifications that support your professional journey
Level 3 Qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
- Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in a Work Environment
- Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
Older Level 3 Qualifications
- A1 Award
AND
5 years recent CPD - D32/D33 Units
AND
5 years recent CPD
AND
Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessmen
Level 4 Qualifications
- Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
- Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
- Level 4 Award in the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
Older Level 4 Qualifications
- V1/V2 Award
AND
5 years recent CPD - D34 Unit
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5 years recent CPD
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Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice - D35 Unit
AND
5 years recent CPD
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Level 4 Award in Understanding the External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
How to Apply
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