INTRODUCTION and GENERAL GUIDANCE.
Thank you for your interest in applying to become a member of the ABP.
In order to enable us to quickly assess your request and award the appropriate membership level, please complete the form below. The information you provide here ensures that we are able to correctly recognise your experience and background and to give you the benefits that support your on-going development including progressing across membership categories.
Due to the inclusive nature of our organisation, our membership is opened to all those who have an interest or direct involvement (following formal training and professional practice) in the way psychology (all aspects and related branches) and social sciences (such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) impact people in the world of work.
We also acknowledge the various ways that formal knowledge may be acquired, througheducation at degree level and also equivalent courses, as part of other main subjects or/and by CPPD.
There are there levels of membership available, as follows:
- General Member, which includes students designated as General Member/Student
This category also includes students, designated as General Member/Student, who have commenced formal education in psychology and/or social sciences, and who have the option of upgrading their membership level, upon completion of required criteria.
- Practitioner: degree or equivalent and 2+ years of practice
- Principal Practitioner: postgraduate degree or equivalent and 5+ years of practice
The annual membership fee for all levels of membership is the same, although those in full-time education are eligible for discounts (see section 1 below).
Election to Membership and grade of membership will be subject to consideration by the Membership Committee. The granting of all categories of membership, whilst governed by these guidelines, is entirely at the discretion of the Membership Committee.
Based on the membership categories descriptions above, please identify the membership category that is most suitable for you and proceed to complete the relevant sections below.
As a guide to completing the form:
- Sections 1,3 and 7 must be completed for all membership categories. Section 6 is also desirable for the General Member category.
- Sections 2 and 6 must be completed by General Member/Student applicants.
- Sections 2,4,5 and/or 6 must be completed by Practitioner level and Principal Practitioner level applicants, as appropriate.
Section 1: General Information
Personal data
Full Name:
Mailing address:
Primary Address:
Address Line 1:
Address Line 2:
Town:
County:
Postcode:
Email address:
Primary Telephone Number:
Alternative address (same details as above - not mandatory)
Please indicate the level of membership you are applying for:
- General Member £55 + VAT
- General Member/Student: £27.50 + VAT. If student at one of the Business Psychology ABP accredited colleges (University of Westminster, Kingston University) your membership is free for one year.
- Practitioner £55 + VAT
- Principal Practitioner £55 + VAT
Body / Membership level / Length (years)
Section 2: Education
Formal education
Degree in progress (undergraduate/postgraduate)?
yes full-time / part-time no
DegreeUniversity Expected year of completion
Please list psychology related subjects/courses, if any:
Please list social sciences(such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) related subjects/courses, if any:
First degree completed? (BA, BSc, etc.) Yes no
Degree UniversityDate completed
Please list psychology subjects covered:
Please list socials sciences (such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) subjects covered:
Postgraduate degree completed? (MA, MSc, PhD etc.): yes no
DegreeUniversityDate completed
Please list psychology courses covered:
Please list social sciences (such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) courses covered:
Section 3: CPPD
Continued Professional & Personal Development (CPPD) and any other training or activity (research, reading, innovation, publications, speaking engagements etc.) relevant to advancing your knowledge and practice of psychology/social sciences principles and methods, in a business environment, towards professional excellence.
Continued Professional & Personal Development (CPPD)
Please list psychology related CPPD courses attended:
Course Provider (if known)Date (estimate)
Please list social sciences (such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) related CPPD courses attended:
Section 4: Career and work experience using PSYCHOLOGY concepts, principles, methods and models.
Have you been working in a psychology related field for a minimum of 2+ years: yes no
Have you been working in a psychologyrelated fieldfor a minimum of 5+ years: yes no
Please detail your career history and for each role, more specifically, your work experience relating to the application of psychology concepts, principles, methods and models in the workplace:
Job titleCompany Duration Psychology concepts etc. used
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Section 5: Career and work experience using SOCIAL SCIENCES (such as: anthropology, behavioural economics, political science, economics, sociology, archaeology, culture) concepts, principles, methods and models.
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Have you been working in a social science related field for a minimum of 2+ years: yes no
Have you been working in a social science related field for a minimum of 5+ years: yes no
Please detail your career history and for each role, more specifically, your work experience relating to the application of social sciences concepts, principles, methods and models in the workplace:
Job titleCompany Duration Social Science concepts etc. used
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Section 6: Personal statements on your motivation and practice
Please describe the personal journey that led you to an enduring interest in psychology/social sciences and their use in business (max. 100 words):
Please describe your philosophy and guiding principles as a psychologist or practitionerof psychology and/or social sciences concepts, principles, methods and models in the workplace(or as a future practitioner, if you are a student) (max. 200 words):
How did you hear about the ABP?
Once a member, would you like to be more involved in the ABP? (volunteer/board member) Yes No
Section 7: Admin/payment details;
Direct Debit (preferred)
BACS.
Payments to be made to: Lloyds TSB Sort Code: 30-96-60 Account No: 02087303
If paying by BACS please use your invoice number or membership number as the reference.
Cheques.
Please make any cheques payable to Association of Business Psychologists and return to Chester House, 68 Chestergate, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6DY
Card Payments.
If you are wishing to pay by card please let us know and we shall provide you with a secure, personalised link in order to do so.