Licentiate

Access to the leading publications in biomedical science

IBMS professional and scientific journals ensure members are kept up to date on the latest news and guidance.

The Biomedical Scientist is our multi-award-winning, professional publication for biomedical science. The membership magazine is published monthly in print or digital format for all IBMS members.

The British Journal of Biomedical Science is open access and peer reviewed, publishing high-quality, original research. IBMS members can publish their research for free.

Demonstrate you meet HCPC standards of proficiency

The IBMS Certificate of Competence is a professional qualification that demonstrates you meet HCPC standards of proficiency for registration as a biomedical scientist and is awarded upon successful completion of the IBMS Registration Training Portfolio. 

As a registered biomedical scientist, an IBMS diploma will support you to specialise in a chosen discipline and will make you eligible to upgrade to become an IBMS Member.

Get support for your studies and to attend events or be recognised for your work and achievements

IBMS members have access to a wide range of grants, awards and bursaries to support them in their studies or at work.

Find activities and events and somewhere to easily record your CPD

IBMS members can access our CPD system that is designed to support career development and professional registration with the HCPC and the Science Council.

Demonstrate high levels of professional practice and ethical standards

By registering with the Science Council, IBMS members can access support in their application as a Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) or a Registered Scientist (RSci).

Enjoy free access to The Biomedical Scientist Live

Held annually for our members as a digital event, it features a packed line-up of seminars, discussions and demonstrations for all members.

Exclusive invites are also open to IBMS members to our webinars and region and branches meetings, plus IBMS members can access discounted tickets to IBMS Congress – the biggest biomedical science event in Europe.

Save today with IBMS Additions

IBMS Additions gives members money off their shopping, travel, leisure activities, holidays, health and wellbeing, motoring and much more.

Cinema goers can also get up to 40% off their tickets!

Network with experienced biomedical science professionals

The IBMS Mentoring programme is the perfect way for you to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to perform at a higher level, and it gives you access to impartial, non-judgmental guidance and support.

Advice for the workplace or at home

If you are purchasing a property, involved in an accident, setting up a business or trying to ensure that you’ve made adequate provision for those closest to you, a discussion with a legal advisor would be an excellent first step.

IBMS members have 24/7 access to a free telephone legal helpline.

Get the latest information and guidance

IBMS members have access to an array of resources that can be used to help them in their work. They can also request additional support for any campaigns they are involved in, or ask us to address their concerns and to represent the profession’s interest through a position statement.

Demonstrate your professionalism

All IBMS members are expected to display the highest standards of professionalism and a commitment to ethical conduct by following and adhering to the IBMS Code of Conduct.

Promote the profession and inform the public about your role

IBMS members have access to a range of public engagement materials and support to help them take part or organise events. Resources include free copies of Superlab comics, merchandise, promotional materials and activity sheets aimed at different audiences.

Join the network of over 20,000 IBMS members, take part in discussions and have your voice heard

IBMS membership groups are groupings of members who support our work. They are organised on a geographical basis (regions and branches), or by members’ specialist interest (discussion groups), or a combination of the two.

Protection for IBMS members

Our new Trafalgar insurance scheme will give you the ability to select how you are employed, and then will provide you with access to a product which you can evaluate to see if that meets your own individual unique needs

Keep up to date with all that is happening in the profession

eStudents receive monthly newsletters, ensuring they are informed about the latest news and developments in biomedical science. 

Gain recognition of your professional and academic achievements

IBMS Licentiates can use their designatory letters LIBMS to showcase their status as an IBMS member.