There are different types of membership, each offering benefits, including free places at annual events, newsletters, access to educational materials, and more
Read on for more information about the types of membership, the benefits of membership, and how to apply to become a member.
What are the types of membership?
There are two types of membership: registered and subscribing. Members of either type are typically UK clinical ethics services primarily Clinical Ethics Committees although individuals who have an interest in clinical ethics may also apply to become subscribing members.
Registered member
All UK clinical ethics services are eligible for
registered membership. Ideally all such services
will register with UKCEN, as this will help the
Network to support services and facilitate
networking between them. Registered
membership is free. See below for the application
form
Subscribing member
All UK clinical ethics services are eligible for subscribing membership. Most subscribing members will be Clinical Ethics Committees. However, individuals (in the UK and overseas) who have an active interest in clinical ethics may also apply to become subscribing members. Subscribing members pay an annual fee. See below for the various rates and the application form.
Who can apply?
Members are typically UK clinical ethics services, i.e., groups that provide clinical ethics support, such as a Clinical Ethics Committee, a Clinical Ethics Advisory Group, a Clinical Ethics Forum, etc.
Individuals may also apply to become subscribing (i.e. paying) members. individuals may come from the UK or overseas. Individual applicants should have an active interest in clinical ethics.
What are the benefits of becoming a member?
Benefits of Becoming a Registered Member
- Registration is free
- Registration helps UKCEN maintain a record of clinical ethics services in the U.
- Registration helps UKCEN facilitate communication and support between registered member
- Registered members receive regular newsletters, which share recent developments in clinical ethics support in the UK.
- Registered members contribute to and receive periodic Round Robins , which focus on emerging issues of relevance to clinical ethics services
Benefits of Becoming a (Paying) Subscribing Member
Subscribing members pay an annual fee. Subscribing members receive all the benefits of registered members (above), plus:
Benefits for subscribing groups
- Subscribing groups receive one free place at UKCEN’s annual conference when it is held in person. In years when the conference is held online, all members of a subscribing service will have priority for booking online place
- All members of a subscribing group are entitled to one free place at an annual pre conference training workshop when it is held in person. However, the total places allocated to a single service may be limited when there is high demand, in order to allow members of other services to attend. In years when the workshop is held online, all members of a subscribing service will have priority for booking online place
- Subscribing groups have (password protected) access to UKCEN resources that are not in the public domain. These include the archive of newsletters and Round Robins , plus materials from our annual conferences
- Subscribing groups have access to grants to support educational events that are run by the CEC (when grants are available)
- Payment of the subscription fee helps to fund UKCEN activities, such as maintenance of the website, events and grants
Benefits for subscribing individuals:
Payment of the subscription fee helps to fund UKCEN activities, such as maintenance of the website, events and grants
What does membership cost?
Registered Member (Group e.g. Clinical Ethics Committee). This is free.
Subscribing Member (Group e.g. Clinical Ethics Committee). This costs £250 a year.
Subscribing Member (Individual). This costs £50 a year.
How do I pay my membership fees?
Each year, UKCEN will raise an invoice for the annual subscription fee. On the application form (below), applicants are asked to identify an individual or department to whom UKCEN can address the invoice. The subscription fee is to be paid by BACS transfer
How do I access the members area?
Simply click Members at the top of the site and login using your account details. If you would like to become a member, please complete the new member form linked below and someone will provide you with login details after payment has been authorised
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It is simple and quick to become a member
To become a member,visit and complete the following form: New Member Form
If you have any questions regarding membership, please contact info@ukcen.net