Why Membership?

CCEI Membership combines career design programs with professional growth opportunities, giving you everything you need to succeed at your stage of life.

• In-demand certifications and training
• Career & Life-Design programs that map your future
• Coaching, mentorship, and resume/LinkedIn support
• Global networking with students and professionals
• Recognition, visibility, and influence worldwide

Student Membership – Unlock Your Future

Who it’s for: Students preparing for internships, careers, and life beyond school.

What you get:

• Student Webinars & Workshops with global experts
• 4 Annual Seminars: Creative Leadership, Career Planning, Intercultural Communication, Social Entrepreneurship
• Career & Life-Design Center Access — all three core self-paced programs included:
• Career Planning and Life Design Certificate Program (portfolio, resumes, LinkedIn, interviews and world's top universities' style design thinking for life & career)
• Design Thinking Certificate Program for innovation & problem-solving
• Professional Certificate in Creative & Adaptive Leadership
• Cultural Competences for Business — strengthening cultural intelligence (CQ) and global awareness
• Global Career: Navigating the International Job Market — preparing professionals to compete and thrive worldwide
• Resume & LinkedIn review support
• Access to Global Student Network
• Quarterly Networking Online Meetups

Professional Membership – Elevate Your Impact

Who it’s for: Mid-career and senior professionals seeking recognition, growth, and leadership opportunities.

What you get:

• Exclusive Webinars & Workshops on leadership, innovation, and global trends
• Career & Life-Design Center Access — all three core self-paced programs included
• • Career & Life-Design Center Access — all three core self-paced programs included:
  • Career Planning and Life Design Certificate Program(portfolio, resumes, LinkedIn, interviews and world's top universities' style design thinking for life & career)
  • Design Thinking Certificate Program for innovation & problem-solving
  • Professional Certificate in Creative & Adaptive Leadership
  • Cultural Competences for Business — strengthening cultural intelligence (CQ) and global awareness
  • Global Career: Navigating the International Job Market — preparing professionals to compete and thrive worldwide
• Masterclasses with global experts
• Access to Global Professional Network
• Priority Access to Mentorship & Project Showcases
• Quarterly Online Networking Events

Community Scholarship  

The Chartered Culture & Education Institute (CCEI) is offering the Community Scholarship to support young people and emerging professionals in Washington D.C., Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and Loudoun County who are seeking clarity, confidence, direction, and a meaningful sense of purpose in their personal and professional lives.

Who it’s for:
Youth (15+) and emerging professionals committed to growth, leadership, and community impact.

What you receive:

• Access to the Career & Life Design Lab, including:

  1. Career & Life Design Program

  2. Design Thinking Program

  3. Creative & Adaptive Leadership Program

  4. Cultural Competences for Business Program

  5. Global Career Journey Program

  6. Education Planning Program

• Monthly community learning circles & peer mentorship

• Invitations to open masterclasses, leadership dialogues, and talks

• Opportunities to volunteer, co-create, and gain leadership experience

• Recognition as a Community Scholar in the CCEI global network

Scholarship Rate: Only $97/year (was $1,393)