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

Our guidance says you should use your “professional judgement” to come to decisions about what is and is not within your scope of practice (the limit of your skills, knowledge and experience). But what does this “professional judgement” look like in practice?

The standards of proficiency that radiographer must meet in order to join, and remain on, the HCPC Register. 

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

The HCPC has updated its standards of proficiency for the first time since 2015. The crucial changes have been made following an extensive period of engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, to seek views and develop standards in line with current professional practice.

The following terms are defined in the context of preceptorship.

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

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

In the 2024-25 academic year and beyond we are focusing on three key areas as we continue to play our part in responding to the challenges identified.

The standards of proficiency that chiropodists / podiatrists must meet in order to join, and remain on, the HCPC Register. 

The HCPC Professional Liaison Service was established in 2020 following a decision to invest in more upstream regulation. Upstream regulation describes an approach to regulation that is focussed on prevention, partnership and support.

Find out how this service has been a lifeline for NHS Wales staff and students struggling throughout the pandemic.