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Standards

Our standards form the foundation for how we regulate, explaining what we expect of our registrants and education and training programmes. 

The benefits of supervision - an employer’s perspective

The British Psychological Society's Dr Noreen Tehrani looks at the different types of supervision from an employer's perspective - including the different benefits that employers stand to gain and tips to ensure its success.

Engaging with our performance review process

What to reflect on to get the most out of our performance review process, and how to do so

Revised standards of conduct, performance and ethics: now in effect

Today the revised HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and guidance on social media which sits alongside the standards, come into effect. It is now every registrant’s responsibility to be familiar with the changes and meet the revised standards.

Course information form and professional qualification certificate

The Course Information Form should be sent to your university or training institution for completion and uploaded when you apply

Oversight

The Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (PSA) oversees our work.

Upskilling and training responsibilities

Our changes provide further guidance around scope of practice and highlight the need to make sure registrants have the knowledge, skills and experience to practise safely and effectively. 

What the updated standards of proficiency mean for students

A summary of what current students will need to do to ensure they meet the updated standards of proficiency, which come into effect 1 September 2023.

Using social media wisely

Tips and advice for registrants on how to use social media wisely.

Arts therapists

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

If you have raised a concern

We investigate all cases objectively and independently

Focus on being a preceptee

Supporting information which expands on the delivery elements of Preceptorship Principle 3 - Preceptee empowerment

Joint statement on the closure of the COVID-19 Temporary Register and supporting individuals back onto the main Register

A joint statement from the Chief Professional Officers and Advisers, and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to those on the Temporary Register.