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Developing and sharing skills and knowledge and networking with other professionals using social media
Case study: Kathy is an occupational therapist, working in the NHS, and has recently trained as a best interests assessor
HCPC increases the education threshold for paramedics
Planned changes to the paramedic education threshold have now come into force. This follows on from our consultation and decision by our Council to increase the threshold to degree level in 2018.
Preceptorship for internationally recruited registrants
For HCPC registrants who have come to work in the UK via our international registration route, preceptorship can provide a way to support acculturation to both their new working environment and to living in the UK.
Professional bodies for biomedical scientists
Professional bodies typically promote the profession, represent their members and provide curriculum frameworks, training and CPD.
Disclosing information to regulators
There are a number of regulators – such as the General Medical Council, the Care Quality Commission and us – who may need you to pass on information to them
Standards for podiatric surgery
The standards for podiatric surgery play a key role in supporting safe and effective practice in podiatric surgery.
Conversion therapy ban – what registrants need to know
The HCPC has responded in support of the Government Equalities Office (GEO) consultation proposing a ban on practices known as conversion therapy in England and Wales.
Change of name
You can use your online account to request that your name is changed on the HCPC Register
Standards for the use by orthoptists of exemptions to sell and supply medicines
The standards to enable registered orthoptists who are appropriately trained to sell and supply certain prescription only medicines
Professional bodies for practitioner psychologists
Professional bodies typically promote the profession, represent their members and provide curriculum frameworks, training and CPD.
Engaging with the public about what they do via social media
Case study: Simon is a dietitian. He has recently been considering new ways of engaging with his service users and members of the public
One week until the HCPC updated standards of proficiency come into effect
There's just one week until 1 September 2023, when the updated HCPC standards of proficiency come into effect. We encourage all registrants to ensure they understand the updates and are ready to integrate them as far as they relate to their scope of practice.
Supporting professionals during the busy winter period
Read our joint letter regarding the busy winter period and how we are supporting health and care professionals during this time.
Professional bodies for chiropodists / podiatrists
Professional bodies typically promote the profession, represent their members and provide curriculum frameworks, training and CPD.
Employer insight: Supporting members of the LGBT+ community flourish in the workplace
Dawn Starley (educational psychologist) shares her professional and personal experiences and why EDI is critical for ensuring all members of society are given a fair chance to be themselves