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Some of the frequently asked questions journalists have about the HCPC

The HCPC has launched our annual Diversity Data Survey and we need as many registrants as possible to respond, so we can gain a better understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion across the professions we regulate.

To help celebrate International Podiatry Day and AHPs Day, Helen gives us an insight into her profession and what it means to be a podiatrist. 

We have significantly expanded the role of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), placing specific importance on making sure that practice is inclusive for all service users. This is one theme within the key changes to the updated standards of proficiency for all professions. 

Council Apprentice

There are a small number of circumstances where you might need to pass on information without consent, or when you have asked for consent but the service user has refused it

Case study: Emily is a dietitian working in an NHS Trust hospital. She also volunteers at a local charity that raises awareness about diabetes at events and conferences

Information on the specific sections of our standards, and how to meet them. 

We are very pleased to have launched our new online materials on supervision, which provide practical advice and support for registrants and their supervisors

Case study: A psychologist’s employer raised concerns that the registrant had taken a service user on a trip involving an overnight stay in a shared hotel room, bought the service user alcohol and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol in the presence of the service user.

Some of the questions we most frequently get asked by registrants

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

Our Year in Highlights show the HCPC’s work from the 1st of April 2019 through to the 31st of March 2020.

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