IPS Membership
We offer a range of memberships for both individuals and groups such as companies, institutions or other societies.
The Infection Prevention Society, is one of the UK and Ireland’s foremost professional organisations with a growing international membership. We are an independent charity with a 2,000 strong member network.
We offer a range of memberships for both individuals and groups such as companies, institutions or other societies.
Benefit Spotlight
Save on fees for the annual IPS conference, gaining valuable knowledge and networking opportunities.
Regulators like the NMC and GMC require health and social care professionals to maintain up-to-date skills for safe, effective practice. IPS supports continuous learning to help you improve and refine your skills throughout your career.
Join our community of infection prevention and control (IPC) practitioners across the UK and Ireland. Share best practices to improve health, social care, and patient safety.
Measure your activity and performance in your work setting, comparing it locally, nationally, and internationally to improve practices.
Have a say in major scientific and governmental matters by contributing to national consultations on IPC issues.
Receive regular updates via email and through our newsletter, Digest, about IPC news, national and international issues, and IPS events.
Access educational, research, and development grants, and participate in IPS projects to advance IPC practice.
Enjoy high-quality development opportunities through the Journal of Infection Prevention, branch study days and webinars.
Develop leadership skills by being an active branch member or representing IPS on national working groups.
Expand your network with IPS members from around the world, sharing insights and experiences.
IPS members get unlimited free access to Webber Training's teleclasses, providing expert IPC knowledge through live seminars.
Stay up to date with evidence-based practices, build your competence, and earn Continuing Professional Development hours through IPS events, resources, and the Journal of Infection Prevention.
As a member of the Infection Prevention Society, you can choose to be in one or more of our 14 branches. These branches provide local opportunities to connect with peers, enhance your skills, and contribute to the advancement of IPC practice in your area.
Members have access to a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs) tailored to specific areas of infection prevention and control (IPC). Collaborate, enhance your expertise, and contribute to advancements in your field of interest.
If you pay for your IPS membership yourself, you may be eligible to claim tax relief on your fees. As IPS is an approved professional body, members can claim for the current tax year and the previous four tax years. To find out more and check your eligibility, visit the HMRC website for full details on how to make a claim.
Take a look at our Corporate Member Directory and see which organisations are currently IPS members.
