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Our response to the latest PSA review
The Professional Standards Authority (PSA) has today published its annual performance review of the HCPC. The HCPC has met 16 of the 18 Standards of Good Regulation
Launch date announced for specialist social work regulator
Nadhim Zahawi has announced Monday 2 December 2019 as the date when Social Work England will take over from the HCPC as the new social work regulator
Our services during the period of National Mourning
During the period of National Mourning, the HCPC’s core regulatory work will continue. Our offices will be closed on Monday 19 September 2022 for the national Bank Holiday for the Queen’s State Funeral.
Launch of consultation for the standards of conduct, performance and ethics
Today we have launched a consultation which outlines proposed changes to the Standards of conduct, performance and ethics.
Reclassification of Gabapentin and Pregabalin
From midnight on 1st April 2019, gabapentin and pregabalin will be reclassified as Schedule 3 controlled drugs, under the Misuse of Drugs Regulations (2001), and Class C of the Misuse of Drugs Act (1971)
HCPC statement on guidance on health and character and suicidal ideation
Our priority is ensuring that registrants have access to advice and support, so that they can get the help they need and ensure they are able to continue to practise safely, without fear of the impact on their registration. To support this, we have produced online materials aimed at registrants and updated our guidance on health and character to include more illustrative case studies.
Occupational therapists renewal window closing soon
The deadline for occupational therapists to complete their registration renewal is fast approaching
Update on the Indicative Sanctions Policy review
In early 2017, the HCPC commenced a review of the Indicative Sanctions Policy to ensure it is up to date, reflects public opinion, and continues to support fair and proportionate decision making. As part of this review we commissioned market research into the public’s views of the Policy and undertook a public consultation.
The two criteria for choosing CPD
Continuing professional development (CPD) should improve your work and have a positive impact for your service users
Key findings from the Year in Registration Survey 2023
Key findings from our year in registration survey, which aims to gather insight about how students’ education and training prepares them for practice.