Chartered Geographer - why not apply?

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I've been a Chartered Geographer since 2007, which includes Fellowship of the RGS. 

Chartered Geographer is the only internationally recognised accreditation for geographers.

It recognises your competence, experience and professionalism in the use of geographical knowledge, understanding and skills in the workplace, and your commitment to maintaining your expertise through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and professional engagement with peers and wider networks.

I'm a CGeog (Teacher), which is only possible if you are a teacher.

There are various other optional post-nominal categories depending on your career:

Specialisms explained:

  • CGeog (Econ): for individuals working in roles involving economic development or analysing the socio-economic impacts of projects.
  • CGeog (Geomorph): for individuals specialising in geomorphology such as hydrologists, river restoration specialists, or fluvial geomorphologists.
  • CGeog (GIS): for individuals using GIS in their roles such as GIS consultants, land surveyors, or geospatial specialists.
  • CGeog (GI) for individuals using data analysis, GIS, or geospatial skills in their role.
  • CGeog (EO): for individuals specialising in Earth Observation such as remote sensing consultants or environmental consultants.
  • CGeog (Teacher): for individuals who have successfully completed a teacher-training year within the qualifying period. Suitable for teachers of geography, however individuals do not have to be a teacher of geographer alone, for example they may teach a mix of geography and humanities.

Maintaining CGeog involves completing an annual CPD log to ensure that you are continuing to develop your practice. 

Applying for CGeog does take a little time, but can be part of an annual review perhaps, tying in with performance management interviews. It also indicates to your senior leadership that you are serious about your job and development. Summer holidays are a perfect time to do this as you have some breathing space and time to reflect on your achievements.

Here's Claire Hadley, who serves on RGS Council with me describing why she applied.


Happy to answer any questions that you may have...

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