To bring recognition to multi-skilled personnel, skilled trades, crafts and professions.

Our Objectives

* To encourage a positive and energetic attitude to the challenges of careers that require diversity, creativity and intellect.
* To help members achieve their personal aspirations, fulfil their career ambitions and develop their innate potential.
* To support lifelong learning and encourage education in skilled professions.
* To give professional recognition to those who provide a valuable contribution to society.

Membership

Applicants will be assessed on their education, training, knowledge, skill and experience (K.S.E.). Due consideration will be given to those who are qualified only by practical experience. There are many people who, through no fault of their own, have not had the opportunity to gain academic qualifications during their careers. These people may also apply for membership based on their own individual merits, practical experience and position.

Membership of AMS will confer the following benefits:

* Use of the appropriate designatory letters.
* Professional status and recognition.
* A special Certificate or Diploma stating your Skills.
* Option to study professional diploma courses.
* Progression onto a degree programme.
* Free E-Journal.
* Free advert in the journal when seeking a new position or recruiting for your own company.
* Recommendation of new members gains reduced fees.
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Membership Grades

Student Member - Stud.AMS (Cert.Ms)

The applicant should have completed the first year of a course of studies, be qualified to National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 3., or be receiving training on an apprenticeship. Foundation skills in occupations.

Associate Member - A.M.A.M.S. (Dip.Ms)

Applicants should have completed one of the following: NQF Level 5 Specialised Management Diploma, appropriate City and Guilds course, Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC), Scottish Vocational and Educational Training (SCOTVEC) or Scottish Qualifications Awards (SQA) awards. Also those with relevant qualifications and/or experience. Technician, skilled trades, crafts and professions, and supervisory occupations.

Full Member - M.A.M.S. (Dip.Ms)

Holders of NQF Level 6, appropriate City and Guilds course, BTEC or SCOTVEC/SQA awards. Foundation, Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees. Also those with relevant qualifications and/or experience. Skilled trades, crafts and professions; technical and junior management occupations.

Fellow - F.A.M.S. (Dip.Ms)

NQF Level 7 and Master’s Degree. Chartered, professional and senior management occupations. Also those with relevant professional qualifications and/or appropriate experience.

Companion - C.A.M.S. (Dip.Ms)

Holders of a Doctorate Degree, NQF Level 8 and those in a senior position.

Click here to view and download the application form PDF for The Academy of Multi-Skills

Note:

* The K.S.E. (Knowledge, Skills and Experience) of self-employed people will gain a level and grade in AMS.
* We will also take membership of other professional bodies into account.
* The equivalent worldwide qualifications will apply in each grade.
* Application can be made to be upgraded to the next level of membership as further K.S.E. is gained.


Additional Qualifications:

Members can apply to have their multi-skills recognised via the issuing of a Diploma of Multi-Skills.

Annual Subscription

* Companion - GBP 50.00
* Fellow - GBP 45.00
* Full Member - GBP 40.00
* Associate Member - GBP 35.00
* Student Member - GBP 20.00
* Retired Member - Half Fees

Subscriptions are due annually on the date of election.

For more information, please contact info@academyofmultiskills.org.uk

The Academy of Multi-Skills is a trading name of the Institute of Professional Financial Managers. Registered in UK No: 05763364. Registered Office: 219 Bow Road, London E3 2SJ