The Health and Care Professions Council

The Health and Care Professions Council Set up to protect the public, we are a UK-wide regulator of 15 health and care professions.

We currently regulate 15 professions:
arts therapists, biomedical scientists, chiropodists / podiatrists, clinical scientists, dietitians, hearing aid dispensers, occupational therapists, operating department practitioners, orthoptists, paramedics, physiotherapists, practitioner psychologists, prosthetists / orthotists, radiographers as well as and speech and language therapists.

It’s National ! �Last week, we marked , recognising the vital contribution of occupational therapists across the UK.No...
03/11/2025

It’s National ! �

Last week, we marked , recognising the vital contribution of occupational therapists across the UK.

Now, we’re celebrating how OTs make a difference every day - helping people recover, adapt and live independently. From rehabilitation and mental health support to helping children and older adults thrive, their work touches every part of life.

Thank you to every OT for your continued commitment to safe and effective care. �

Find out more about how occupational therapists are being celebrated this week via the Royal College of Occupational Therapists

Are you an occupational therapist who has come off the Register today?Here's how to get back on quickly if you didn't co...
01/11/2025

Are you an occupational therapist who has come off the Register today?

Here's how to get back on quickly if you didn't complete your renewal in time: www.hcpc-uk.org/short-readmission/

31/10/2025

Every year, two individuals from our Register join our Council as Apprentices.

They enrich discussions and bring unique perspectives. Council gains as much from it as they do, if not more.

⬇️ Dr Sejal Patel, a clinical psychologist, was a Council Apprentice this year. She shares her thoughts with us.

We're now recruiting for the next Council Apprentices. If you're interested, visit our website to learn more about what we're looking for and how to apply:

www.hcpc-uk.org/about-us/work-for-us/become-a-council-or-committee-member/council-apprentice-recruitment-2026

It’s Halloween but being selected for a CPD audit shouldn’t have to be scary. 🎃If you’ve been keeping your learning and ...
31/10/2025

It’s Halloween but being selected for a CPD audit shouldn’t have to be scary. 🎃

If you’ve been keeping your learning and reflections up to date, you’re already well prepared. A CPD audit is simply your opportunity to show how you maintain your skills and deliver safe, effective care.

Take a look at our top tips to help you prepare with confidence:
👉 https://www.hcpc-uk.org/cpd/cpd-audits/

Occupational therapists play a crucial role across health and social care, supporting people to recover, adapt, and part...
27/10/2025

Occupational therapists play a crucial role across health and social care, supporting people to recover, adapt, and participate fully in daily life.

On , we’re celebrating the 48,603 occupational therapists on our Register whose knowledge, skill and care make a lasting difference every day. 👏

Want to make your practice more sustainable? 🌍Our website provides support to current and future registrants in connecti...
22/10/2025

Want to make your practice more sustainable? 🌍

Our website provides support to current and future registrants in connecting climate action with public protection and better health outcomes.

💚 Discover how sustainability strengthens health & care
📚 Access free online resources from NHS, WHO & RCGP
🌱 Learn how you can help achieve net zero in healthcare

Explore more 👉 www.hcpc-uk.org/standards/meeting-our-standards/sustainable-practice

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We currently regulate 15 professions:

arts therapists, biomedical scientists, chiropodists / podiatrists, clinical scientists, dietitians, hearing aid dispensers, occupational therapists, operating department practitioners, orthoptists, paramedics, physiotherapists, practitioner psychologists, prosthetists / orthotists, radiographers as well as and speech and language therapists.