Revisions to the standards of proficiency

We have changed the wording of the standards to move registrants away from a passive understanding of the standards, and towards active implementation of them.

We have introduced new standards about promoting public health and preventing ill-health.

We have significantly expanded the role of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), placing specific importance on making sure that practice is inclusive for all service users.

We have improved the central role of the service user. This includes registrants understanding the importance of valid consent and effective communication.

We have emphasised the importance of registrants looking after their own mental health and seeking help where necessary as a part of maintaining their fitness to practise.

We have emphasised the need to be able to keep up to date with digital skills and new technologies.

We have emphasised the role and importance of leadership at all levels of practice.

Details on which elements of the revised standards of proficiency remains the same

Following comprehensive review and public consultation, the revised sets of standards were approved by the Council in March.

The revised standards for each of the 15 professions will come into effect on 1 September 2023

Adam Haxell, Strategic Relationships Lead, sets out the activities in this key period of engagement, to raise awareness of our updated standards and help registrants overcome any barriers they may face in meeting them.

We recently released updates to our standards of proficiency, which come into effect on 1 September 2023.