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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 2022.

The changes between the previous standards and the updated standards are set out in these comparison tables.

Our expectations of education providers delivering training in orthoptists exemptions and of orthoptists who complete this training

Information on raising concerns and access to the online concerns form

We require the standards of proficiency mapping document to look for evidence that you can meet the standards. The document will also help you consider whether you meet each standard of proficiency. 

Create an account, sign in and create a new international application to get started

In this section, you’re asked to tick boxes beside a series of statements

What happens after you submit your application and what you'll need to do when you're registered

Applicants who trained or practised in either Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein are eligible to apply via this route.

We require certified copies to prove your identity including a change of name document, if applicable

Lead Visitors assess education and training programmes to make sure that they meet HCPC standards

Regulating health and social care services in England and NHS foundation trusts

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

Council, committee and public liaison group meetings are public so anyone can attend