What is the difference between CQI and IRCA membership?
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Unsure which membership is best for you? Take a look at the information below about CQI and IRCA membership.
You can join either CQI or IRCA or become a dual member. Please be aware that application and membership fees apply to each membership you hold.
What is the difference between the CQI and IRCA?
| CQI membership | IRCA membership |
|---|---|
| The Chartered Quality Institute is the professional body dedicated to quality. | IRCA is the International Register of Certificated Auditors. |
| CQI membership is for those who work within the quality profession or have quality as a part of their role. | IRCA membership is specifically designed for management system auditors. |
| Benefits of CQI membership include Quality World magazine and logos, post-nominals and certificates at certain grades. | Benefits of IRCA membership include getting your name on the IRCA register as well as receiving the IRCA digital card. |
| CQI members also gain access to our networking, development and content tools. | IRCA members also gain access to our networking, development and content tools. |
Difference in Requirements
CQI membership
CQI membership offers a range of grades for all levels of experience. Anyone can join the CQI at our Affiliate grade.
IRCA membership
All IRCA applicants must have completed an IRCA-approved auditing course to the latest version of the standard of the scheme they are applying for. For a full list of our certification schemes, click here.
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