NRRA membershipJoin the founding class of 2026.
Membership gives you the credential path, the member library, a public directory listing, and eligibility for the National Championship.
Affiliate
For newcomers exploring the field.
- Member library & templates
- Ethics code & practice guides
- Community forum access
- Eligible for CRRA certification
Professional
For practicing reverse recruiters.
- Everything in Affiliate
- Public directory listing
- Certification exam credits
- Championship eligibility
- Use of member mark
Firm
For agencies and teams.
- Up to 8 seats
- Firm profile in directory
- Team certification tracking
- Championship team entry
- Priority support
Founding-year pricing. Dues are annual.
What you get
More than a logo on your site.
Directory
Be found by clients searching for a credentialed reverse recruiter.
Library
Intake scripts, outreach frameworks, and negotiation playbooks.
Credential
Earn the CRRA, NCRR, and beyond — a mark clients recognize.
Championship
Compete for national recognition on real case files.
Membership questions
Do I need experience to join?
No. Affiliate membership is open to anyone entering the field. Certification is where experience is tested.
Is certification included in membership?
Membership makes you eligible and includes exam credits at the Professional tier, but each certification level has its own requirements you must meet.
Can my whole team join?
Yes — the Firm tier covers up to eight seats with shared certification tracking and a firm directory profile.
How do I pay?
Create your account in the member portal, choose your tier and pay your dues online. Your membership is activated as soon as the payment is confirmed, usually within one business day.