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With various initiatives across the four UK nations, we have seen (and expect to see further) increases in the total number of learners within professions, nations, and regions. We have noted an impact on practice-based learning, education provider resources, and innovations in delivery models due to these initiatives.

The profile of education and training is changing, with a wider variety of pre-registration education and training programmes approved by HCPC. This includes a broader range of qualification levels, and a significant increase in the number of apprenticeship programmes in England.

We launched a consultation on permanently amending our Rules to give us the express power to hold hearings remotely.

Guidance about our revised standard, which came into effect in September 2017. We are currently undertaking a rolling review of how programmes meet the revised standards.

The leading event for all social workers from Newly Qualified to Senior Practitioners as well as Commissioners and service providers

From 29 January 2025, new English language proficiency requirements for new international applicants seeking to join the Register will come into effect.

Do you know when self-referral to the HCPC is appropriate? Learn more at this free webinar specially designed for paramedics.

Your concerns, arguments, and views about the impact of HCPC’s proposed fee rise have prompted us to re-think our approach.

Information about the areas operating urgent support, and how you can contact us if your query falls into one of these.

Aim: We regulate, take and communicate decisions which are informed by a deep understanding of the environment within which our registrants, employers and education providers operate

We are seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Standards of conduct, performance and ethics for each of the 15 professions we regulate. 

Our return to practice requirements are flexible, minimum requirements. They aim to protect the public by making sure you have up-to-date knowledge and skills.

This year we're asking you to provide extra evidence to show how your programme has monitored practice-based learning and the involvement of service users and carers