SDC Membership Categories
A new membership scheme has been launched (January 2010). A simpler structure, with rolling membership and the option to join online, has been introduced. The core package of benefits will be delivered online.
There are four types of membership:
- Individual – open to everyone interested in colour and also aimed at those from a technical background
- Professional – for individuals with a recognised, professional qualification or substantial relevant experience
- Company – aimed at companies from the technical, design, fashion or retail sector wishing to access the benefits of membership for multiple employees
- College – aimed at colleges and universities offering science or fashion/design based courses
For the current subscription prices for individual and professional members, click here to download. Within the individual membership category, there are different rates for full-time students and retired members. Professional members are eligible to take SDC examinations (LSDC, ASDC and the ultimate accolade of Chartered Colourist, CCol) and also have voting rights.
Company and college membership is open to any corporate organisation or university/college department involved in coloration anywhere in the world; a current list of such ‘partners in colour’ is available. Please contact us for further details.
In key countries, local membership schemes exist or will be set up. In addition to the core package of benefits delivered centrally by SDC, additional services and events will be delivered locally; countries include India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, China and Hong Kong.
Individuals from the countries in the overseas regions listed above, please contact us if you have any queries about membership. Individuals wishing to join from any country other than those listed should choose the category of “professional” or “individual” when joining.