Qualifications

Professional property qualifications and the training routes to achieve chartered status. Articles explain RICS requirements, on-the-job training, competence assessments and typical qualification timeframes.

Assessment of Professional Competence Qualification

Get the facts on RICS's Assessment of Professional Competence qualification and what it takes to become chartered in property.

Assessment of Technical Competence Qualification

Get the facts on the Assessment of Technical Competence qualification, including training requirements and what the final assessment involves.

Becoming a Chartered Surveyor

Chartered surveyors cover multiple property roles from quantity surveying to building valuations, each requiring different skills and expertise.

How Long Do You Train for a Career?

Property careers start with a three-year degree, then require at least two years of professional competence training before you're fully qualified.

On the Job Training

Starting out as a trainee surveyor means grunt work and long hours, but it's how you build skills and get your qualifications paid for.

The Importance of RICs

RICS is the key regulator and professional body that property surveyors need to understand and join to advance their careers globally.