Chartered Geographer

Professional accreditation recognises and demonstrates your competence, experience and professionalism to colleagues, clients and the public, and provides a structure and incentive for ongoing professional development and learning.

Chartered Geographer (CGeog) accreditation recognises your competence, experience and professionalism in the use of geographical knowledge, understanding and skills in the workplace, and a commitment to maintaining your expertise through Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Find out more about the steps you can take on your journey to accreditation and which will have a big impact on your application.

The professional expertise and other characteristics demonstrated by professionals applying for or maintaining Chartered Geographer status.

Engaging in CPD demonstrates professional integrity and expertise, and a commitment to keeping knowledge, skills and experience up to date.

Our application guidance and FAQs will help anyone thinking about making an application.

Learn more about the Chartered Geographer assessment process and what CGeog assessors will look for in your application.

Make the most of Chartered Geographer status and have a wider impact with the Society's professional communities.

Our mentoring network creates a framework for support and guidance across your career, including preparing for and maintaining Chartered Geographer accreditation.

Search the register of Chartered Geographers.

The Code of Conduct sets out how Chartered Geographers should behave as part of this profession, and what others should expect from them.

Find out about our CPD mark for CPD from employers and professional development providers

Read our CPD guidance for Chartered Geographer and how the CPD requirement can be adjusted to your circumstances.