Membership is open to a wide range of healthcare professionals, including:

• Infection prevention and control practitioners
• Microbiologists and infectious disease specialists
• Nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals
• Researchers and academics
• Students and trainees with an interest in infection prevention

Yes, HIS welcomes international members. Benefits such as online resources and virtual events are accessible globally.

Please note that our online payment provider (PayPal) may not work in your country. If this is the case please email memberhsip@his.org.uk for assistance. 

Yes, you may be asked to provide evidence of your student or trainee status (i.e. a valid ID or confirmation  letter from your institution).

Members may receive access to selected journals, newsletters, or other publications. You may choose to pay for print & electronic JHI or electronic JHI only.

Yes. Members can participate in:

• Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
• Committees and working groups
• Conferences and educational events
• Research and collaborative projects

Yes, members may have opportunities to:

• Join committees advisory or special interest groups
• Contribute to publications
• Support events or initiatives

Yes. HIS supports early-career professionals through:

• Discounted membership rates
• Educational resources
• Networking and mentorship opportunities

You may also want to see if you are eligible to apply for our available funding and awards.

Membership itself does not provide CPD credits; however, many HIS events, webinars, and activities are CPD accredited.

Members receive updates via email newsletters, announcements, and the HIS website. Keeping your contact details up to date ensures you don’t miss important information.