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HOW TO JOIN THE SECURITY INSTITUTE

Visit our website at www.security-institute.org or contact [email protected] for an application
pack. She can also review your CV to give you hints and tips for a better application.
Membership is awarded on a points basis, based on your experience and any security-related education or
JOIN US your experience grows.
training undertaken. Anyone who works in a role in security and wishes to develop a career in security can
join, including students. Once a member, you can work your way up through our membership grades as

We also offer Group Membership – please speak to Paula to learn more about this.

RESPECTED | RECOGNISED | PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP LEVELS AND FEES
There is a £95 one-off application fee payable by everyone applying to join (students are exempt).

MEMBERSHIP POST APPLICABILITY ANNUAL
FEE

GRADE NOMINAL
CRITERIA
The Security Institute is KEY BENEFITS OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP
the largest membership ■ Benchmark your training qualifications and Student n/a For anyone studying for a qualification in security £50 *
organisation for security leverage your experience Affiliate n/a For anyone just starting on their career path in security or who has £125

professionals in the UK, ■ The value of your membership is recognised by an active interest in the field of security and wishes to take part in
the Institute’s activities.
employers and universities

with members from all ■ Exchange experience with other members at our Associate
over the world. We networking events ASyI Professional grade of membership for those with some experience £145
in the security profession and/or security qualifications.
promote standards, ■ Enjoy access to job opportunities and our online Standard Route: 4 – 20 points and minimum of 3 years general
security experience ; or -
develop and endorse careers services Fast-Track Route 1: SyI Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in
Security Management, or other security-related qualification at
education across the ■ Gain valuable insights by being involved in our Level 5 Diploma or above
mentoring programme, whatever your career
sector and provide stage Fast-Track Route 2: Security related qualification at Level 3 or above
and a minimum of 3 years general security experience.
a rich membership ■ Enjoy member-only discounts

experience. ■ Bi-Monthly newsletter with exclusive offers and Member MSyI Professional grade of membership for those with considerable £170
experience/qualifications in the security profession.
weekly eNews update Standard Route: 21-60 points including a minimum of 5 years general

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU ■ Members-only Linked-In Group security experience ; or -
Fast-Track Route: SyI Diploma or Advanced Diploma or other
Membership of the Security Institute ■ Continuing Professional Development that security-related qualification at Level 5 Diploma or above
e vidences your professionalism
bestows credibility, enhances career
prospects, provides a valuable network ■ Access to accredited and employer-recognised Fellow FSyI Not applicable for new members. £195
Fellows must have been a current member at Member level and
of excellent contacts, offers mentoring, security related qualifications must have completed CPD, both for a minimum period of 2 years
runs a comprehensive continuing immediately prior to application. To work your way up to Fellow
professional development (CPD) scheme ■ Participation in a genuinely supportive level, a minimum of 61 points will also be required.
to recognise your efforts in maintaining community
and adding to your skills base; and ■ Membership to the London Chamber of *Students on the Institute’s Distance Learning Programme qualify for free student membership. Other universities vary – please enquire.
fantastic networking opportunities. Commerce and access to their facilities, events
Commerce and access to their facilities, events
and resources.
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