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Training for assessors
One of our key objectives is to develop a training and qualifications framework for educational assessors, helping you to develop your skills and assessment career.
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Chartered Educational Assessor (CEA) Training
Schools require a greater level of professional support to enable them to deliver a fit-for-purpose assessment system. That is the role of the CEA.
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Membership grades
Overview
The Institute offers a range of membership grades, corresponding with different levels of qualifications and experience.
Individuals achieving the grades of Fellow, Member or Associate are entitled to vote in Institute elections and can use designatory letters after their name (eg MCIEA for Members).
Please locate (from the list below) the membership grade that best suits your qualifications and assessment-related exerience, and click on the 'More about.' hyperlink. You will then be taken to a more detailed grade-specific page which outlines:
- Membership grade criteria
- Required supporting documentation
- Joining instructions/online application form
Associate (ACIEA)If you have 1-3 years' experience in educational assessment, you should consider joining as an Associate Member. |
AffiliateAffiliate Membership is open to anyone with an interest in assessment, regardless of qualifications and experience. |
Student membershipStudent Member status is available to anyone studying for a qualification in education such as a degree (BEd) or post-graduate certificate (PGCE). This grade is also open to newly qualified teachers (NQTs). |
Full Member (MCIEA)Full Membership is for more advanced assessors, able to demonstrate at least three years' educational assessment experience including at least one years' experience at Team Leader level or above. |
Fellowship (FCIEA)Fellowship is available to the most experienced and expert practitioners in educational assessment. |
Corporate membershipCorporate membership is available to educational institutions. This inclusive membership grade enables all members of staff to access our support-driven member benefits. |