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HCPC statement on student supervision

This statement sets out our broad expectations regarding registration participation in the supervision of students from HCPC approved programmes.

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.

What our investigation would involve

If we decide that a concern is within our remit at the triage stage, we will carry out an initial investigation

How we investigate health concerns

The HCPC takes a proportionate approach to investigating concerns about a registrant’s physical or mental health

The Investigating Committee

The Committee's role is to meet to consider all evidence put before them and decide whether there is a case to answer in respect of the allegation against the registrant

Misuse of title

We consider misuse of title cases, where individuals use one of our protected titles without being on our Register.

Consent and confidentiality

It is important that you get the service user’s permission, or ‘consent’, before you share or disclose their information or use it for reasons which are not related to the care or services you provide for them

Communication and using social media

Our standards require registrants to communicate appropriately and effectively

FTP registrant support service

Access independent, confidential and free emotional support and practical advice for all HCPC registrants involved in the FTP process

Are you eligible?

Before you apply through the UK route, please make sure that you are eligible

Other organisations

This page lists the other organisations that are responsible for regulating, and investigating concerns about, health and care professionals in the UK.