Sector Requirements

The Association of Anatomical Pathology Technology (AAPT) is the recognised professional body for anatomical pathology technologists employed in hospital and public mortuaries across the United Kingdom. We also welcome equivalent anatomical pathology technologists from overseas.   Formed in 2003 with support from the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), Royal College of Pathologists and the Royal Society of Public… Read more »

The Biochemical Society promotes the future of molecular biosciences; facilitating the sharing of expertise, supporting the advancement of biochemistry and molecular biology, and raising awareness of their importance in addressing societal grand challenges.   The BS has no specific hours given for CPD, but expects its members to maintain a deep knowledge of their core… Read more »

The SDC is the outstanding provider of colour education, offering a range of internationally recognised coloration courses and qualifications. Our mission is to educate the changing world in the science of colour. Founded in 1884, the SDC became a registered charity in 1962 and was awarded a Royal Charter in 1963. The SDC remains the… Read more »

The Royal Meteorological Society is the UK’s Professional and Learned Society for weather and climate. Working to strengthen the science and raise awareness of the importance of weather and climate, support meteorological professionals and inspire enthusiasts. It plays a key role as the custodian of both the science and the profession of meteorology in the… Read more »

The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS), founded in 1820, encourages and promotes the study of astronomy, solar-system science, geophysics and closely related branches of science. Its more than 4,000 members (Fellows), a quarter based overseas, consists of primarily professional astronomers and geophysicists, with a significant number of students, advanced amateur astronomers, as well as historians of astronomy… Read more »

The Operational Research Society is the home of the operational research and analytics community. ORS is a member-led organisation supporting professional operational researchers across industries and academia. They promote the understanding and use of operational research in all areas of life, including industry, business, government, health, and education.   The OR Society recognises the importance… Read more »

OCCA is the technical professional’s organisation for members from coatings, ink, adhesives, and an array of allied and associated industries.   OCCA members practice CPD but do not have specific guidelines, they provide CPD record books for members to keep track of CPD completed over the year.

The Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) is a charitable organisation which promotes and raises public awareness of environmental science by supporting professional scientists and academics working in this crucial arena. As a seminal environmental sciences organisation, founded in 1971, the Institution is consulted by the Government and other interested parties on environmental issues. The Institution… Read more »

With over 21,000 members in 74 countries, the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) is the leading professional body for scientists, support staff and students in the field of biomedical science. For over 100 years they have been dedicated to the promotion, development and delivery of excellence in biomedical science within all aspects of healthcare, and… Read more »

The College of Podiatry is the premier podiatry organisation in the United Kingdom. It provides a range of membership services to podiatrists throughout the United Kingdom and overseas, including education, professional practice guidance, employment support, and malpractice insurance (UK only). The College has a number of branches, all over the United Kingdom and overseas, which… Read more »