Individual Membership
The IEP is the only professional membership institute for the employability sector.
Become a Member and you join a network of people committed to best practice within the sector and gain opportunities to learn and share ideas with fellow employability professionals. As well as assisting you with your current job, it will help you build your career.
As a full Member, it is likely you’ve worked in the sector for over three years and have probably gone through a process of accredited training at Award, Certificate and Diploma level.
IEP Member Benefits
Our membership benefits are designed to provide ongoing support to staff, equipping them with the tools and skills they need to excel in their roles.
Members receive continuous support, including regular updates on available resources, monthly member meetings, recognition of achievements through our Register of Professional Practitioners, and opportunities for higher levels of membership. Our aim is to provide a supportive community for like-minded professionals.
Newsletter and Updates
Stay in the know with regular employability news on our socials and and in our e-newsletter, the Employability Professional (EP) Australia – delivered straight to your inbox every month.
Podcasts
Weekly podcasts featuring curated content designed for professionals to learn ‘on the go’.
IEP Learning Academy
Our award-winning suite of learning programs are designed to ensure employability professionals thrive and grow in an ever-changing industry.
Networking Events
Access to regular networking events, including IEP Connect, Virtual Monthly Morning Teas, and the IEP Summit, our annual flagship event for frontline professionals and leaders in Australia and from across the globe.
Mentoring Program
Gaining support from a mentor can be extremely beneficial for personal and professional growth. Our IEP Mentoring program gives members access to peer-to-peer support for mentoring and coaching.
Innovative Resources
Access to cutting-edge research, best practice, and valuable insights through our Centre for Employability Excellence and the IEP Journal.
Credentials
Members can use post-nominals to evidence their Membership, Associate level (AIEP) and Members (MIEP). Members also receive a digital member badge.
Membership Progression
Members will have the opportunity to progress all the way to our highest level, Fellowship (FIEP), opening additional benefits and further opportunities to develop within the IEP and progress their career.
Register of Professional Practitioners
Members who complete the IEP Employability Essentials or any of our certificate-level learning will be showcased on our Register of Professional Practitioners, highlighting their achievements.
Membership Levels
Before joining, you will need to decide what level of membership is appropriate for you.