Chartered Institute for Archaeologists 2022

8 G U I DA N C E F O R C L I E N T S ABOUT THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE FOR ARCHAEOLOGISTS (CIfA) The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists is the leading professional body for archaeologists working in the UK and overseas. CIfA champions professionalism in archaeology. It promotes high professional standards and strong ethics in archaeological practice to maximise the benefits that archaeologists bring to society. Its ethical Code of conduct provides a framework which underpins the professional lives of archaeologists. CIfA accredits individuals and organisations who are skilled in the study and care of the historic environment. In 2022 there are 83 CIfA Registered Organisations and 3,230 professionally accredited archaeologists. Using accredited archaeologists assures clients that the work will meet their needs and the needs of the public. WHAT WE DO Training and development ▪ we provide access to training, good practice advice and guidance, and support to strengthen entry routes into the profession Networks ▪ we provide an active community of professional archaeologists to support and shape our profession Accreditation ▪ we recognise and promote the skills and competence of professional archaeologists Regulate the profession ▪ our Code of conduct and Standards and guidance define good, ethical practice in archaeology. They provide the organisation, structures and mechanisms for self- regulation, allowing the profession to take responsibility for the assurance of the quality of its work, monitor it, and hold accredited archaeologists to account WHOM WE WORK WITH Employers, universities and training providers, governments, trade unions, clients, other sector partners and other professional bodies WHAT WE ACHIEVE Improving professional archaeology through ▪ competence and knowledge ▪ ethical awareness ▪ recognition and respect ▪ career pathways and prospects ▪ diversity and skills ▪ value and public benefit CIfA-accredited professionals are committed to setting and meeting high standards for learning, competence and ethical practice. They inspire the discipline to help society better recognise the benefits archaeology brings it, and inspire the profession to ensure that CIfA-accredited professionals are more trusted and valued by those they engage with. This is achieved collaboratively and effectively by CIfA members. Walberton Warrior ©Archaeology South-East/UCL