Professional Accreditation in Meteorology

The aim of accreditation is to provide professional qualifications in meteorology which satisfy clients, employers and the public at large that individuals have reached and continue to maintain a specified level of professional knowledge and experience. This accreditation relates to evolving more comprehensive national and international frameworks (including WMO standards) and is recognised by major UK and EU employers. It benefits individuals by:

  • providing recognition of their role and skills
  • a framework to support career development
  • provides a demonstration of commitment to their career

If you require more information about Professional Accreditation in Meteorology or are considering applying, please get in touch with accreditation@rmets.org 

Please note you need to be in membership to apply. If you are already a member, please log in and select the ACCSYS link to start your application.

 

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Benefits of Professional Accreditation in Meteorology

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Gain recognition

Highlight your accomplishments as a meteorologist, for your meteorology knowledge and expertise, alongside your academic qualifications.

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Demonstrate your competence

Whether you’re a new meteorologist or a chief executive, demonstrate a commitment to professional development by recording developmental activities. Ensure you continue to sharpen your skills and enhance their effectiveness.

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Be a reputable source

By benchmarking professional meteorologists at the same high level, accreditation aims to re-engage public trust and confidence in meteorologists.

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Career advancement

Show that you have the competence beyond those required in your current post. You’ll be part of an extensive community of meteorologists, opening doors for career progression and enhancing your earning’s potential.

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Go further

If you are not ready to apply to become a  Chartered Meteorologist (CMet), then Registered Meteorologist (RMet) accreditation paves the way to progressing to CMet. Maintain your CPD record, and work towards becoming a CMet, the highest status that can be achieved in meteorology.

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Testimonials

Gina Pritchard

Gina Prichard, RMet

Obtaining my RMet qualification has been greatly beneficial for my personal and professional growth. The process of putting together the application helped me to assess my skills and motivated me to seek out extra responsibilities within my career as a weather risk analyst, and the resulting connection to the society encourages me to continue to expand my abilities and knowledge further.

Fred Best

Fred Best, RMet

Gaining my accreditation as a Registered Meteorologist gave me more confidence and self-belief in my abilities as a weather forecaster, alongside expanding my skill set and knowledge through professional development activities. I was very proud to acquire my accreditation and it has helped me both personally and professionally.

Becky Venton CMET

Becky Venton, CMet

I mainly work in, or with, developing countries, providing technical assistance to National Meteorological and Hydrological Services as they implement weather and climate services and supporting the UN Development System with the global scale up of multi-hazard early warning systems. As a freelance Consultant, being a Chartered Meteorologist provides evidence of professional registration and reassures my UK and international clients that I have attained, and maintain, a good level of technical knowledge, skills and experience.

Paul Knightley

Paul Knightley, CMet

From my perspective of leading our European team of meteorologists, the RMetS qualifications and accreditation schemes are a valuable part of career development for my colleagues. In addition to this, they help demonstrate our team members’ skills and abilities to our customers and potential customers. Over the last few years, several colleagues have gone through the process and have achieved RMet or CMet accreditation, which makes me very proud as a leader.

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Steven Keates, CMet

As my career has progressed, the importance of continuous professional development (CPD) remains as prominent as ever, especially in the face of advancing modelling capabilities, increasing data and an ever present demand from customers and peers alike. A connection to the Royal Meteorological Society helps maintain this focus and build and maintain networks within your field of expertise.

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Helen Roberts, CMet

The chartered meteorologist accreditation has been so helpful in my career progression. My current role is transdisciplinary, and having proven credentials in each discipline is a great way to demonstrate my accomplishments.

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Paul Gundersen, CMet

Successfully acquiring CMet accreditation represented a huge personal milestone – one that has been of benefit to my career.

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The Royal Meteorological Society is the only body able to award Registered or Chartered status for Meteorologists.

We are recognised in European and UK law as both the Competent Authority and the Regulatory Body for Meteorology in the UK, and we offer independent recognition and regulation around training and professional development for meteorology and meteorologists.

We define the scope of our accreditation activity as recognising excellence in people and in organisations and their continuing professional development.

The Society does not provide any guarantee of the quality of individual work by accredited meteorologists.