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Review of the standards of education and training

The standards of education and training (SETs) are designed to make sure that learners are prepared for safe and effective practice.

We review our standards periodically to ensure that they are up-to date with current practice.

Aims of the review

Through the review we will:

  • identify changes to current practice and, if appropriate, reflect these in the SETs;
  • identify ways to strengthen the SETs that enable education providers to prepare learners for professional practice effectively;
  • ensure the SETs are appropriately aligned with other HCPC standards; and
  • ensure that education providers can implement any changes effectively.

Where are we now?

Our formal public consultation is currently live. You can take part by responding to our survey before it closes on 16 February 2026.

Respond to the consultation


Engagement opportunities in the consultation phase

During this consultation phase, we're hosting a series of events to engage with key stakeholders and members of the public.

We're holding a series of targeted workshops with education providers and professional bodies:

  • 11 December 2025, 13:00 - SET 1 and structure - register now
  • 15 January 2026, 13:00 - EDI and data - register now
  • 27 January 2026, 13:00 - AI and emerging technology - register now

We are also holding workshops for members of the public, learners and wider stakeholders:

 

What are the next steps?

  1. Formal public consultation
  2. Publication of the outcome of the review and any revisions to the standards
  3. Implementation phase
  4. Revised standards come into effect

 

Page updated on: 30/04/2025