
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
We are a regulator of health and care professions in the UK. Our role is to protect the public. By law, people must be registered with us to work in the UK
Check the Register and find a registered health and care professional
Online Register to find a paramedic, chiropodist, podiatrist, physiotherapist, psychologist, occupational therapist, dietitian
Standards | The HCPC
Information about the revisions to the standards of conduct, performance and ethics, which were consulted on in 2023 and came into effect on 1 September 2024.
Registration | The HCPC
Web pages around registration, making an application, and renewing your registration online
Getting on the Register | The HCPC
The HCPC Register stores the details of all health and care professionals who meet our standards for their training, professional skills, behaviour and health. After completing professional training, you'll …
Your registration | The HCPC
Information about raising a concern, fitness to practise and the investigation process
Registration renewals | The HCPC
You need to renew your registration every two years by making your professional declaration and paying a fee
Using your online account | The HCPC
This is a one-time step for those who have not yet logged into their online account. Step-by-step guidance on how to activate your account
What is the HCPC? | The HCPC
Our role is to protect the public. By law, people must be registered with us to work in the UK in any of the professions listed here.
Continuing professional development (CPD) | The HCPC
In practice, most registrants will carry out many different types of learning while registered with us. CPD is not just formal courses, a CPD activity is any activity from which you learn and develop. Your CPD …