Membership Application
The IRVAP membership year runs from 31st March 2025 to the 30th March 2026 and this professional membership has an annual renewal window for all current members. Outside this window applications are considered as new and must meet current membership criteria, set for each respective category.
Please read review our pre-application advice to ensure a smooth application process. IRVAP have secured an outstanding professional liability policy for just £95 which is available during the application process.
Primary memberships
Veterinary physiotherapist member: MIRVAP (VP)
£90
Veterinary physiotherapist: Holder of an accredited university qualification at level 6 – 7.
Evidenced by qualification certificate, course transcripts, CV, CPD record and insurance certification if not accessing the IRVAP group insurance scheme. Free second listing in another IRVAP category / sub group with appropriate evidence to meet it’s specific requirements and accreditation process.
Manual Therapist member: MIRVAP (MT)
£90
Animal practitioner: Holder of an accredited animal therapy qualification level 3 – 6.
Evidenced by qualification certificate, course transcripts, CV, CPD record and insurance certification if not accessing the IRVAP group insurance scheme. Free second listing in another IRVAP category / sub group with appropriate evidence to meet it’s specific requirements and accreditation process.
Institute of canine hydrotherapists: MIRVAP (ICH)
£90
Canine hydrotherapist holds Ofqual qualification; level 3 certificate in canine hydrotherapy, as a minimum, with L4 -L7 holders required to map in their qualification to the ICH day one canine hydrotherapy competencies.
Evidence required includes qualification certificate, course transcripts, CV, CPD record, first aid certificate, water management requirements and insurance certification if not accessing the IRVAP group insurance scheme.
Institute of Equine hydrotherapists: MIRVAP (IEH)
£90
Each application is looked at on an individual basis and you need to submit your equine CPD record and CV, evidencing your equine experience, education level, suitable professional courses, equine hydrotherapy experience and insurance cover (you are entitled to access our Group Insurance plan).
Additional evidence includes equine first aid and a water management course or training.
Free memberships
Student member
Learner on a relevant accredited course, providing evidence of course place.
Non-practising member
Maternity leave, illness, injury, or sabbatical, with approapriate run off insurance.
Council Appointed Memberships
Research Member (RES)
Professional research specialist operating in the interests of the development of the profession.
Hon Fellow / Fellow
Council appointed for outstanding service as part of IRVAP and the animal care industry.