Join GCHT and The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) for a CPD session offering an overview of the RIAS Conservation Accreditation Scheme. Advanced Accredited Architects Fiona Sinclair and Melanie Hay will guide attendees through the scheme’s background, assessment criteria, the role of conservation theory in practice and the support available, including the RIAS pre-application mentoring programme.

Designed for architects looking to advance their career in conservation, the session will provide practical insights into the accreditation process, demonstrate how theory underpins confident and informed design decisions, and highlight how accreditation can enhance professional development and recognition. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the accreditation pathway and its relevance to best practice in the care of the historic built environment.

This session is being held in advance of the upcoming applicant deadline on Friday, 27 February 2026 at 5pm.

Attendees may wish to familiarise themselves with the free guidance in advance of the event here.

You can view the online application form here.

Apply to take part in a pre-application mentoring arrangement here (please note this is available to RIAS members only).

Standard: £10 | Students: Free

Light lunch provided

All GCHT CPD sessions are also recognised by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) as being capable of contributing to the obligatory CPD requirements of Full Members (see www.ihbc.org.uk)