Becoming a member of The Property Institute opens doors for your personal development and your career. Our courses and training not only lead to industry recognised qualifications, they empower you with the knowledge and confidence to make your daily work a success. You will have access to advice, events and guidance as part of a professional community that supports you and expands your possibilities for growth.
Join us today and experience the benefits that membership brings to your career It's time to make a lasting impact in the industry.
Industry data has shown that 100% of block manager job adverts require a TPI qualification [source: Block Recruit 2023 advertised jobs data]. Despite this being a voluntary qualification, the sector is striving to raise standards and TPI’s Qualifications are a key part of this. TPI-qualified individuals seeking new employment in the sector will put themselves at the front of the queue.
Our Qualification pathways improve your professional development, knowledge, and understanding of the key requirements of property management and the issues facing the sector today. Pathways span Commonhold & Leasehold management, Build to Rent and Scottish Factoring.
The Level 2 Foundation Course and Exam in Leasehold Management is the first qualification for leasehold management professionals after joining TPI as an Affiliate.
This qualification is the industry standard for residential property managers looking to gain recognition for their learning and to use the professional designation ATPI.
Level 4 Course and Exam in Leasehold Management. This qualification is the industry standard for senior residential property management professionals, looking to become full members of TPI and to use the designation MTPI for their professional status.
Build to Rent is one of the fastest-growing sectors in property. In response to the government’s increasing interest in mandatory qualifications for property agents; we are offering a foundation Level 2 course in Build to Rent management.
Build to Rent is one of the fastest-growing sectors in property. In response to the government’s increasing interest in mandatory qualifications for property agents; we are offering a foundation Level 2 course in Build to Rent management.
This Professional Diploma is designed for members working in Scotland for a factoring business, whether a private company, local authority or housing association.
Individual membership is open to all property management employees who want to gain professional and industry-recognised qualifications. The Individual membership groups are as follows:
TPI qualified individuals are able to progress their careers and improve their skillset. They can continue to develop their skills by progressing through qualification pathways which cover Leasehold, Build-to-Rent and Scottish Factoring.
New applicants start as Affiliates and are encouraged to embark on our qualification pathway, advancing to Associate and eventually Full Member status.
Affiliates must log 15 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with us per year.
Members who have passed our Level 2 exam remain Affiliates and proceed to our Level 3 qualification. Affiliates must log 15 hours of CPD with us per year.
Associate members have passed the Level 3 exam and must log 15 hours of CPD with us per year. Associates may use the designation letters ATPI after their name.
Full members have passed the Level 4 exam and must log 15 hours of CPD with us per year. Full Members may use the designation letters MTPI after their name.
Fellow (FTPI) status is discretionary, awarded by the TPI Board of Directors to Members with ten or more years' current, relevant experience in residential property management and who can specifically demonstrate that they have made a significant contribution to the development of the sector over and above that made to their own business or employer.
Membership of TPI is voluntary so individuals who join are showing a clear commitment to providing the best customer service and operating to the highest possible standards.
TPI Individual members abide by The Code which is an introduction to the principles which TPI members are expected to adhere. It is a condition of membership that all members undertake to be bound by the Code and the standard of conduct implicit in the Rules of the Institute.
Those involved in the management of residential property have legal and ethical obligations. The legal responsibilities are governed by the rules established in legislation and the rights and liabilities arising out of relationships with individuals are set out in civil law.
Individual membership is open to all property management employees who want to gain professional and industry-recognised qualifications.
There’s a clear qualifications pathway for individuals to follow, crafted to enhance the performance of our members with regularly refreshed course content. These personal qualifications are specific to each member, and widely recognised among employers. Industry data shows 100% of block manager job adverts require a TPI qualification.
Our revamped TPI Community hub features educational content that will help Individual Members pass their exams and carry out their day-to-day roles with confidence. There’s also a library of resources on offer in our Learning Hub, alongside interactive videos to help members broaden their knowledge and skills. This includes a range of opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Members will also receive a discounted rate for TPI events and training which cover all areas of property management, from health and safety to accounting and essential legal updates.
You will receive the latest news updates and guidance to your inbox through monthly newsletters, quarterly members’ magazines, newsflash emails and building safety bulletins.
Whether you’re starting out or you’ve worked in the industry for many years, TPI Individual membership will help support and inspire you at every stage of your property management career.
Membership level | Price |
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Affiliate | £107 |
Associate | £170 |
Member | £204 |
Fellow | £219 |
You can join online. We will first guide you through creating an account with a valid email and password, and then you can complete the application form with your details.
For example, if you have attended an event as a non-member and now wish to join, you can sign in with your existing account before completing your application.
New members should read the TPI terms and conditions when joining to ensure a clear understanding of their rights, obligations, and the institutes policies, fostering a transparent and harmonious membership experience.
TPI Individual Member Re Joiners Guidance TPI welcomes former members returning to membership. Email [email protected] and request a re-joiners form and read our re-joining guidance.