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The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has launched seven new qualifications which it hopes will allow workers with industry experience, but no relevant university education, to obtain professional accreditation and develop a career in the property industry.
The RICS Associate qualification was launched in 2009 across five specialisms, but applicants will now be able to qualify in the fields of commercial property management, valuation, building surveying, building control, land and engineering surveying, hydrographic surveying and residential property management.
RICS spokesperson Richard Deeprose believes the new qualifications will be beneficial for those looking to develop a career in property and for the profession in general.
He said: “Candidates with industry experience or vocational qualifications now have the opportunity to gain recognition for their skills and attain Rics Associate membership.
“With a greater number of professionals adhering to RICS standards the industry can only benefit from increased professionalism and transparency."
Associate status allows those with industry experience, but no relevant degree, to enter the property profession and train while on the job. RICS hopes that these seven new routes will make access to the profession fairer and also increase the number professionals adhering to its standards.
Upon completion of the qualification, candidates then have the option of studying towards full chartered surveyor status.
RICS director Heidi Shankster said: “If you have four years' relevant work experience or an appropriate vocational qualification, plus a period of work experience, you may already be eligible for assessment.
“While not equating to full chartered surveyor status, the qualification represents a significant first step on the ladder for those with aspirations of becoming a chartered surveyor.”
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