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Memberships
Plenary Membership – $20.00
Plenary Membership is available to individuals who are actively engaged in the practice, science, or technology of radiation safety. This membership category represents the core professional body of the East Tennessee Chapter of the Health Physics Society (ETCHPS).
Membership Benefits
Plenary Members receive:
- Inclusion in the Chapter Membership database
- Reduced registration fees for official Chapter meetings and events
- The right to vote on Chapter matters
- Eligibility to hold elected office within the Chapter
Dues
Plenary Member dues are determined annually by the Chapter’s Executive Council. In the absence of affirmative action to change the dues in any given year, the amount shall remain the same as the previous year.
Emeritus Membership – $10.00
Emeritus Membership honors senior members of the East Tennessee Chapter of the Health Physics Society (ETCHPS) who have made significant contributions to the profession and the Chapter.
This membership category is intended for individuals who have reached the age of 60 and are no longer active in the profession of radiation safety
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for Emeritus Membership, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 60 years of age or have ceased to function professionally in the field of radiation safety due to permanent disability
- Be retired from active employment
- Have maintained Plenary Membership in the Chapter for a minimum of ten (10) years
- Receive approval by a majority vote of the ETCHPS Council
Plenary Members who wish to be considered for Emeritus status may submit a written request to the Chapter Secretary.
Individuals who have been designated as Members Emeritus of the Health Physics Society (HPS) may also become Members Emeritus of the Chapter by providing documentation of their HPS Emeritus status.
Benefits and Dues
Members Emeritus retain the same benefits as Plenary Members. Chapter dues for Members Emeritus are set at 50% of the current Plenary Member dues.
Affiliate Membership – $300.00 per year
Affiliate Membership is available to organizations whose interests in the field of radiation safety align with and support the mission of the East Tennessee Chapter of the Health Physics Society (ETCHPS). This category is designed to foster a formal working relationship between the Chapter and companies, institutions, and organizations engaged in radiation protection and related disciplines.
Affiliate Benefits Include:
- A vendor table at the Annual ETCHPS Vendors’ Meeting
- A dedicated link on the ETCHPS website
- Opportunities to sponsor ETCHPS meetings and activities
Affiliate Members do not hold voting rights within the Chapter unless an individual representative is also a Plenary Member.
Affiliate dues are determined annually by the Chapter’s Executive Council. In the absence of affirmative action to change the dues in a given year, the amount shall remain the same as the previous year.
We welcome organizations committed to advancing radiation safety and professional collaboration in East Tennessee.
Student Membership-Free
Student Membership is available to individuals actively engaged in academic study in a field allied with one or more health physics disciplines. This category is designed to support and encourage the next generation of radiation safety professionals.
Membership Benefits
Student Members receive:
- Inclusion in the Chapter Membership database
- Reduced registration fees for official Chapter meetings and events
Student Members do not have voting rights and are not eligible to hold office within the Chapter while holding Student Membership status.
Eligibility and Dues
Student Members must provide proof of current student status annually to maintain membership.
Dues for Student Membership are determined annually by the Executive Council of the Chapter. In the absence of affirmative action to change the dues in any given year, the amount shall remain the same as the previous year.
Student Membership accounts are provided at no cost. To establish a Student Membership account, please contact Chapter administration.
Dues Information
Membership dues for the East Tennessee Chapter of the Health Physics Society (ETCHPS) are assessed on a calendar-year basis (January through December).
Applications received after October 1 will be processed for the following calendar year.
Payment Schedule
- Dues become payable on January 1 for all membership categories.
- Membership will lapse if dues are not paid by:
- March 1 for all membership categories except Affiliates
- June 1 for Affiliate Members
Reinstatement Policy
Membership may be reinstated during the same calendar year in which delinquency occurs upon:
- Payment of dues in arrears, plus
- A reinstatement fee of $5.00
(Reference: Bylaws, Article III, Section 4)