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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.

See the step-by-step guidance below of how to submit deferral request

This policy statement sets out our broad approach to assessing the threshold level of qualification for entry to the Register.

The standards of proficiency that physiotherapists must meet in order to join, and remain on, the HCPC Register. 

We are seeking views from all our stakeholders on this draft vision, and the other key components which make up our draft corporate strategy

What our standards say on scope of practice

The standards of proficiency that orthoptists must meet in order to join, and remain on, the HCPC Register. 

Continuing professional development (CPD) should improve your work and have a positive impact for your service users

Case study: The NHS Counter Fraud Unit of the local NHS Trust raised concerns about a physiotherapist. On numerous occasions, the registrant submitted timesheets and claimed payments for hours they did not work.

Annual reports on the gender and ethnicity pay gaps, with this year marking the first publication of the disability pay gap.

HCPC is delighted to announce the appointment of Naomi Nicholson to the newly created role of Executive Director of Professional Practice and Insight.

The HCPC Corporate Plan 2025-26 sets out how we will continue to make progress on each of our six strategic priorities over the year.

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The standards of proficiency that prosthetists / orthotists must meet in order to join, and remain on, the HCPC Register. 

Learn how to overcome the challenges of being open and honest in practice.