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Failure to conduct a full / accurate assessment

Case study: An employer raised concerns about a psychologist who did not report a service user’s suicidal thoughts to their supervisor or any other professionals. This was despite it happening repeatedly and after recording a case note.

Reflecting on LGBT+ History Month 2025

Adrian Barrowdale, Strategic Lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) reflects on the challenges still faced by LGBT+ people and the opportunities to build on the history of the LGBT+ rights movements.

Being open and honest when things go wrong

The requirement to be open and honest, otherwise known as the duty of candour, is part of the standards of conduct, performance and ethics.

Section 5 – English language proficiency

People on the HCPC’s Register must be able to communicate effectively in English in order to meet our standards of proficiency

Consultation on the revised Guidance on Health and Character

We have undertaken a thorough review of the existing guidance and are seeking the views of our stakeholders on the proposed revision.

Returning to Practice: My Journey - Rachael Harrison

Rachael is an Occupational Therapist with over 23 years of experience. She returned to practice in 2023 after a career break.

Preceptorship – supporting registrants, employers and the sector to deliver better healthcare

The consultation on preceptorship sets out our ambition to construct a set of principles that can support registrants, employers and the wider sector in delivering better healthcare by ensuring healthcare professionals are better supported at key points in their careers.

Being LGBT+ in healthcare - LGBT+ History Month

To mark LGBT+ History Month 2024, two members of the UK SLT Pride Network tell us about their journeys in healthcare and how they have grappled with the barriers they face.

Developing resilience

The factors to consider in applying our standards during the COVID-19 pandemic

Arts therapists

Professional bodies typically promote the profession, represent their members and provide curriculum frameworks, training and CPD.

When something goes wrong, openness is in everybody’s best interests

Vince Clarke, paramedic and senior lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, discusses the challenges you may face when something goes wrong

Communicating during the COVID-19 pandemic

The factors to consider in applying our standards during the COVID-19 pandemic

How to check the Register and what the results mean

How to check the Register to find a professional, and what the results mean