Membership

Membership is open to anyone who agrees with the objects of the association (see background info ).

Full membership is only open to qualified guides and instructors',

All membership fees provide for the ongoing operations of the organisation.

A full member will be on the national registry of guides, have voting privileges, receive all ACIA benefits (professional discounts, low-cost Professional Development opportunities etc.) and receive regular updates and newsletters.

Becoming a full member of the ACIA -

There are a couple of options to gain ACIA qualification and become a full member,

• Progress through the training and assessment structure to gain an ACIA qualification, once you have successfully completed an ACIA qualification you will become a full member
• "Alternative Pathways of Entry" - the ACIA has this process available for people who have qualifications or training through other organisations but wish to transition into the ACIA scheme, it allows for such options as, "bypassing training", "equivalency" and "direct entry". This gives people options to come into the ACIA and further progress based on their current skills, knowledge and ability. Details of this option can be found in documents available to download on the "Resources" page of the website

An associate membership is available for organisations (gyms, climbing schools, etc.) or non-accredited individuals who wish to support the ACIA. Please contact us for further information.