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Registered Membership

MHGI

A fully qualified HG therapist/practitioner, who has successfully passed all 3 stages of the Human Givens Diploma and met the requirements of registration with the HGI. Registered Membership is equivalent to Column A in the new SCoPEd framework for psychotherapy and counselling – read more.

Having demonstrated their practical competence and suitability to practise, Registered Members appear on the HGI's Professional Register of Human Givens Practitioners, which is accredited by the PSA in the UK, as a fully-qualified HG therapist or counsellor.  (See: HGI Professional Register Policy).

Eligibility

Registered Membership is open to anyone who has successfully passed the Human Givens Diploma up to Practitioner Level Assessment (Part 3) and meets the HGI's conditions of Registered Membership. Once you have passed Part 3 you will be invited to upgrade your HGI membership and sent an application form. (If you’d like to renew your Registered Membership after letting it lapse, click here > )

Benefits of Registered Membership

  • Fully-qualified Registered HG Practitioner status
  • SCoPEd Column A status – your Diploma training also counts towards some of the Column B requirements
  • Entry on to the HGI's official International Register of fully-qualified and approved human givens therapists, which is accredited in the UK by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) – many UK organisations, including the NHS, now recommend all PSA-accredited registers
  • Individual Online Register Therapist page (with name, contact information, specialist areas, biographical details, optional location map, full biographical details and any relevant links)
  • Use of the Registered Membership version of the HGI logo – and the PSA logo, if you practice in the UK
  • Free use of Pragmatic Tracker, an online tracking and administration tool for evidence-based outcomes for mental health professionals and researchers
  • Use of the letters MHGI after your academic qualifications
  • Personalised MHGI stationery PDF artwork ready for printing – includes: sales leaflet, letterhead, business card, compliment slip and receipt pad
  • The opportunity to connect with highly experienced HG therapists and your peers for support and mentorship by joining an official HGI Peer Supervision Group
  • Access to the secure HG Professional Members' Area — includes various resources, such as practical advice, essential information and helpful downloads for anyone starting up in private practice, latest news, job opportunities etc.
  • Advanced notice and invitations to the HGI's bi-annual conference and any other special HGI-hosted events
  • Regular membership bulletins with the latest news and updates for your practice
  • DBS Clearance - ability to apply for a DBS Clearance via the HGI
  • Special offers on HG College CPD training
  • Invites to attend special one-off HGI CPD events
  • The chance to play a fuller part in promoting HG ideas and practice by putting yourself forward to sit on one of our committees, when an appropriate vacancy arises
  • Certificate of membership (renewed annually)
  • Professional membership of HGI also means we will guide you throughout your career, ensuring that your practice is kept up to date, you have access to advice about professional practice and to representation in the event of a complaint against you. We also promote the professional interests of HG practitioners, through the HGI’s links with government agencies and other key organisations.

Requirements

  • Agreement to uphold HGI ethical standards
  • Agreement to HGI professional conduct policy
  • Completion of annual Continuous Professional Development and submission of CPD record card
  • Supervision requirement with an accredited HG Supervisor

If also in private practice:

  • Professional indemnity insurance (copy of current certificate)
  • Fitness to Practise declaration
  • Written confirmation of your CRB certificate (if relevant) indicating level of disclosure.

How to join

If you have successfully passed your Practitioner's Assessment (Part 3) and haven't yet received your invitation to upgrade your membership to Registered Member (or you have misplaced it), please contact the HGI Membership Secretary on +44 (0)1323 811662 or via email: [email protected].

If you have previously been a Registered Member and let your membership lapse, please see: Renewing your membership >

Annual Fee

£150.00

This can be paid via bank transfer, standing order or card. Details are on your application form.

Processing applications

All applications received will be acknowledged and processed as soon as possible. Once your application has been processed you will receive your login details for the HGI website’s Members Area, your HGI Registered Membership logo, PSA logo (if applicable)  and membership certificate. You will also be asked to check your register page.

Change of Address / Supervisor

If you change your name, postal address, email address or supervisor please let the Institute know at once so we can keep your records up to date and you will continue to receive your Members’ Bulletin and any other relevant information.

 

 
Updated July 2024

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