Why apply for Professional Registration? Employers and clients are increasingly seeking assurance that those they engage with are recognised in their profession and will provide sound advice and good judgment based on up-to-date knowledge and experience. They will also know that you are bound by a professional code of conduct. Quite simply, it's the best way of demonstrating quality, accountability and professionalism. Professional Registration will therefore improve your career prospects and employability.

The following members have just received their Professional Registration and we'd like to share with you why they applied and what this means to them:

Laura Gerla (UKHSA), who gained her Incorporated Radiation Protection Professional (IRadP) status, said; "This recognition means a lot to me; it’s a reflection of the journey I’ve been on, the challenges I’ve taken on, and the range of experiences I’ve built up working in radiation protection across different sectors. I’m thankful to the many mentors, colleagues, and friends who’ve shared their knowledge, offered guidance, and inspired me to keep learning every day."

Tim Slater (Cyclife UK), who gained his Chartered Radiation Protection Professional (CRadP) status, said; "I applied because I thought it was important to gain external confirmation (validation!?!) of the level of expertise and experience that I have managed to achieve. I also see chartership as providing a degree of job security and resilience because I think it’s something that employers can easily use to confirm your ability. I was really happy that my application was successful, particularly because much of my work has focused on radiological protection in a post-closure setting in relation to disposal of radioactive wastes. Arguably, this is quite a niche area, so I see SRP’s award of my chartership as a reflection of the breadth of importance of radiological protection."

Jess Heaps (Rolls-Royce Submarines), who gained her Chartered Radiation Protection Professional (CRadP) status, said; “I was over the moon to hear my application for CRadP had been successful. Professional recognition and continuous personal development are really important to me, so it feels extra special to be the first person to regrade between titles. I think registration is a great way to demonstrate that you are working to high standards, and I hope this encourages others that progression is possible and worthwhile.” Jess is the first person to have already been awarded a title (IRadP in 2022) and has now been regraded.