This will guide you as you prepare to renew your AHIP membership at your current level. Those looking to upgrade to a higher level will start on the Join AHIP page as the MLA Credentialing Committee views higher level applications as new applications. See the requirements summary table on that page to confirm your eligibility for higher level.
Current Level Renewal Requirements Summary
| Level | Renewal required | Min. Activity Points* | Documentation required | Required prof. association activities/service, past 5 years |
| Provisional | Annually until you reach 5 years of experience | At least 8 points CE & 5 points other activity each year | At least 8 points CE + 5 points individual activity | 0 |
| Member | Every 5 years | 50 | Tally Form + IPR form for any non MLA- approved CE | 0 |
| Senior | Every 5 years | 50 | Tally Form + IPR form for any non MLA- approved CE | 5 + (does not have to be MLA activity) |
| Distinguished | Every 5 years | 50 | Tally Form + IPR form for any non MLA-approved CE | 10 + (at least 5 from MLA/MLA Chapter service) |
Annual Provisional Renewal
Provisional Academy members must submit yearly documentation of at least 8 points of Sponsored Learning and 5 points of Individual Accomplishments (see Points Index), during their renewal dates, to retain AHIP status. Once you have 5 years of professional experience, you should plan to submit a new application at higher level.
Please note:
- There is no fee for annual Provisional renewal.
- You will receive notification of your renewal before the due date for this documentation, but please also mark your calendar.
- If you do NOT renew annually, your credential will be removed, and you will have to reapply
- Your Provisional Membership lasts a maximum of five years.
- All points accumulated as a Provisional member can count toward membership at a higher level. We suggest you keep track of your activity during your Provisional membership, so you’ll be ready for higher level renewal.
Provisional renewal instructions
- Gather documentation for activity accomplished during your annual renewal period. If there is missing documentation, your renewal will be placed on hold until all documents are submitted
- Have your assigned Academy mentor review and verify your activity for the renewal period.
- Complete and submit the Provisional Renewal Application
Five-year, Same Level Renewal – Member, Senior, Distinguished Application Instructions
AHIP membership at these levels are valid for 5 years and must be renewed by the end of your fifth year. You will receive reminders prior to expiration but please keep track of the date on your own calendar so you can plan your renewal.
Step 1: Prepare your renewal
Renewing your credential at your current level requires only:
- A tally of at least 50 points of professional activity (not done for your job) from the past 5 years. You will list this information in the Tally Form shown in the online application.
- Senior or Distinguished level renewals still require the same professional association service/activity. If you do not show this activity, you will have to renew at a lower AHIP level.
- An Individual Participant Request Submission Form (IPR) for each non MLA-approved CE course you are claiming.
Other than IPR forms, you are NOT required to submit other supporting documentation when renewing your credential at the same level—Yay!!
Step 2: Pay the renewal application fee
AHIP application fees, which includes a 5-year membership term, are:
Member, Senior, or Distinguished level – $275 for MLA members; $550 for non-MLA members
Logged into your MLANET profile, generate an invoice using the link below at the level for which you’re renewing then submit payment.
Step 3: Complete your application
After your payment is processed, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to the application.
Using the link, you will submit:
- Complete the application form and add your activity list to the tally sheet within the application form.
- IPR forms required for non MLA-approved CE claimed
New! You will also have the option to ‘Save and Continue’ before finally submitting your application for review. The “Save and Continue” link will work for 30 days only so please be sure to submit your final application within 30 days to avoid losing what you’ve already entered or uploaded.
What Happens Next
Headquarters staff will screen your application to make sure all required documents are submitted and in the correct format. They will also verify that quantity and type of AHIP points match the application level.
After the initial screening, members of the Credentialing Committee will review your application. You should be notified of their decision within 8-10 weeks after submission.
Headquarters staff will contact you if there are issues that need resolution before approval and will help you comply with membership requirements.
After your application is approved
Your new dates will be updated on the AHIP member roster. Your new dates will also appear on your personal MLANET member dashboard (coming soon).
You will receive a notification letter and certificate by email, in PDF. You will later receive hardcopy versions of your notification letter, certificate, and employer letter(s) by postal mail. If you named an employer contact in your application, they will receive an employer notification letter by email.
*You may apply for a higher level of membership anytime during your 5-year membership term. To do so, submit a new application and with all documentation after paying the application fee. If your new application is approved, your membership term will restart for another 5 years.
Renew as an Emeritus Member of the Academy
Maintaining your Academy membership in your retirement allows you to continue to show your support for the Academy! There is no fee for Emeritus membership and Emeritus membership does not expire.
You are eligible for free Emeritus AHIP Membership if you are:
- a current AHIP member. Lapsed AHIP members are ineligible.
- retired or have set a retirement date within 6 months of application.
- have ten consecutive years of Academy membership (at any level except Provisional) prior to retirement
Please complete and submit the AHIP Emeritus Membership form. Once your membership is verified, your AHIP profile will be updated, and you will receive a certificate and letter in the mail.
Thank you for your many years of membership and support of AHIP!