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Professional archaeology

CIfA accreditation demonstrates your skills, knowledge and adherence to professional standards.

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Events and training

Explore CIfA's wide range of conferences, training and networking events which take place throughout the year.

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Careers

CIfA provides resources to help plan and build a career in archaeology. View our weekly Jobs, Training and Volunteer bulletin to find your next opportunity.

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Search our lists of Registered Organisations and CIfA-accredited professionals to find qualified archaeologists in your area.

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Recent news

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Call for nominations for CIfA Board and Advisory Council

The 2025 Annual General Meeting will be held at 1pm on Tuesday 7 October via Teams. Booking details for this will be released closer to the meeting date.

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The Archaeology Forum (TAF) publishes new promotional leaflet

The Archaeology Forum (TAF) has published a new leaflet, with the purpose of promoting archaeology to audiences unfamiliar with the subject and the wide range of positive effects it can have for pe

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CIfA statement on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support archaeological work and research

As the development of AI technologies continues to advance and its use becomes more every-day, the ethics of its application needs to be carefully and continually considered by users.

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Join CIfA!

Become a CIfA member and join hundreds of archaeologists across the UK and Europe.

CIfA members get:

  • recognition within our grading scheme, which includes three professional grades and additional student and affiliate grades;
  • advice about careers and professional development through our 'Professional Pathways' scheme;
  • access to our e-learning materials and special interest groups;
  • 3 copies of The Archaeologist annually and access to our e-bulletin;
  • many other benefits!
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CIfA Groups

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CIfA's Area and Special Interest groups represent different specialisms, geographical areas and themes across the Historic Environment sector. They were formed by CIfA members who want to promote the Institute's work, set high professional standards and provide a forum for discussion regarding good practice.

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