Chartered Geographer accreditation. A professional accreditation awarded to geographers who demonstrate their Name geographical skills and knowledge

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1 Chartered Geographer accreditation A professional accreditation awarded to geographers who demonstrate their Name geographical skills and knowledge Date

2 The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) UK learned society and professional body for geography and academic geographers One of the largest and most active scholarly learned geographical societies in the world Exists to advance geography and is actively involved in supporting and promoting geographical research, education, fieldwork and expeditions, policy and public engagement

3 Benefits of Society Fellowship Stay informed about geography Journals, Monday Night Lectures, Geographical magazine, online access Professional development Use FRGS in your title, CPD opportunities, gateway for CGeog Connect with the community of geographers Events, conferences, seminars - local and international Access to expertise and resources Members Room, Collections, apply for Grants Support the Society Fellowship from 110 Find out more and how to apply via the website: or membership@rgs.org

4 Chartered Geographer Chartered Geographer (CGeog) is the only internationally recognised professional accreditation for those with competence and experience in the use of geographical knowledge, understanding and skills in the workplace. It opens doors for you; professionally when you are looking for other jobs, but also with your own development. It gives your employer a reason to invest in your development and it gives you a professional standing, especially if everyone around you is chartered in something else ZB, CGeog (GIS) Find out more and how to apply via the website: or contact cgeog@rgs.org

5 Chartered Geographer Administered by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) Privy Council status awarded in 2002 Five CGeog post nominals: GIS, GI, Economic, Geomorphology, Teacher >700 CGeogs approved worldwide About 10% abroad Collaborate with the Association for Geographic Information on CGeog (GI)

6 Chartered Geographer Application Honours degree/experience CPD record Provide names of two referees ideally one external to employer Completed application form and proforma Provide extended CV and professional self evaluation (PSE) Any supporting documents Become a Fellow and have knowledge and understanding of the Code of Conduct of the RGS-IBG Pay the application fee

7 Chartered Geographer Guidance Guidance is provided by the assessment panel for Chartered Geographer to help make sure you have included sufficient information in your application Sufficient professional context Has the case been made for CGeog status? Is there enough evidence of professional influence? Is enough information given? For those without formal geographical training, is there evidence of an appreciation of the scope and significance of a geographical perspective beyond the technical requirements of your work?

8 The benefits of applying Enhances career profile Recognises experience, professionalism and commitment to geography Demonstrates an on-going commitment to professional development - employers invest in people who invest in themselves The only internationally recognised accreditation for geographers In some organisations Chartered employees are paid more; employers charge clients more Networking and annual social events RGS-IBG Membership benefits lectures, events, magazine

9 Professional standards framework A framework of competencies has been developed to help those working towards achieving Chartered Geographer status, looking at the four key areas of work experience most valued by the assessment panel. The competencies provide examples in these areas, which are based around the ability to: Apply geographical skills, knowledge and understanding Innovate Act professionally Communicate and influence

10 Chartered Geographer PSE Clearly describes all relevant geographical experience and knowledge and how you are applying your geographical knowledge, skills and understanding to your work Shows how this constitutes a case for Chartered Geographer Demonstrates that you are advancing geography above and beyond job description and everyday work requirements Shows a commitment to continuing professional development Provides an explicit statement as to why you wish to become a CGeog States how you will use chartership in the future Also: typed, words max, cross-reference other documents

11 CGeog CPD Continuing professional development (CPD) is a career long process by which professionals keep their subject, knowledge, skills and understanding up to date Evidence of a commitment to CPD is needed for all CGeog applications Use the Society's template CPD Record Evidence of a future commitment to CPD is also essential for a successful CGeog application CGeog (GIS/GI) applicants may choose to take part in the AGI CPD Scheme, which produces a certified and formal record of professional development

12 CGEOG CPD Events The Society formally recognises CPD events that are suitable for Chartered Geographers The Society recognises courses through kite marking. The kite mark raises the profile of the CPD activity, highlighting its relevance for Chartered Geographer and other professional accreditations. Whether an activity is suitable for the CGeog kite mark is at the discretion of the Chartered Geographer Final Assessment Committee

13 Further information All application documents and information are on the website: W: E: