We're currently experiencing a large number of calls at the moment, which may result in longer wait times. If your query is not urgent, we kindly ask that you try calling back later. In the meantime, you may be able to find the information you need on our website. See below for further information. Thank you for your patience.
If you've made an application, please note that we will update you on its progress as soon as we can. We do not respond to repeated requests for updates. Timeframes and what to expect >
Managing your online account
If you're a registrant, there are a number of actions you can make through your online account. These include:
- Updating your personal details, including your name
- Updating your postal address
- Updating your email address
- Setting up a new direct debit instruction
- Providing information about any health and character declarations being made at renewal
- Uploading documents related to declarations
- Declaring that you will need to complete return to practice activities as part of your renewal
- Requesting voluntary de-registration
- Making a payment for renewal or for applications when supplied with a payment link
Before you contact us
Please make sure you include your registration number or application number in your communication with us.
Get your answer quicker online
Our Registration team receives a high volume of calls, and often directs enquirers to pages on our website. To save time, we recommend using the shortcuts below to search for the information you need before contacting the Registration team.
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To apply to join the HCPC Register you'll need to send your details to our Registration team via an application form. You'll need to make a different type of application depending on where you trained, or if you have been on the Register before (readmission).
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The quickest way of finding out if your application has been approved is to check our online Register. The online Register is updated by our registration system in real time.
The quickest way of checking whether your renewal has been successful is through your online account.
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Each profession renews its registration at a set time, which is staggered throughout the year. The quickest and simplest way to renew is by using your online account.
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If you have completed your professional training outside the UK, you will need to apply via our international route.
Our process for international applications
Applying via the European Mutual Recognition scheme
Our background and verification checks
Practising as a visiting European professional
If you have a question about an international application that isn't answered online, please email our International team. We can help with queries about European Mutual Recognition, qualifications, appeals, fees and more.
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The online account is the simplest and quickest way to manage details of your registration, including renewal fees, payment details and your address details.
The online account needs to be activated before it can be used.
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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development and is a requirement of being registered with HCPC. Each registrant must ensure they undertake activities that count as CPD to maintain their registration.
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You need to have a professional indemnity arrangement in place as a condition of your registration with the HCPC. When registering, you will be asked to make a professional declaration to confirm that you have (or will have) one in place and that it provides the appropriate level of cover.
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We ask all applicants applying through the international route to confirm their proficiency with the English language. The ability to communicate effectively in English is crucial to working as a health professional in the UK.
Telephone our Registration department
If your question isn't answered online, then you can call the department who can help with queries about UK applications, qualifications, fees, renewals, CPD, your online account and more.
Our telephone lines are open between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
If you are contacting us from outside the UK and are unable to use our main switchboard number, you can call us on +44 (0)20 7582 5460.
Calls to 03 numbers cost no more than a national rate call to an 01 or 02 number and must count towards any inclusive minutes in the same way as 01 and 02 calls. These rules apply to calls from any type of line including mobile, BT, other fixed line or payphone.
For queries about UK applications, qualifications, renewals, CPD, fees, your online account and more.
For queries about International applications, Swiss Mutual Recognition (SMR) and Refugee status applications, verification, appeals, fees and more.
Please note that for security reasons, we are unable to accept notification of changes to registrants' contact details by email. You can change your contact details using your online account.
Our offices
Health and Care Professions Council,
Park House, 184-186 Kennington Park Road,
London, SE11 4BU