This course explains how internationally trained physiotherapists and other allied health professionals apply to join the Health and Care Professions Council register. It walks through each section of the international application, including the standards of proficiency mapping document, English language evidence and possible outcomes, with worked examples of how to describe your training and experience clearly.
What you will learn
- Explain the role of the HCPC, the professions it regulates and the protected titles that require registration.
- Describe each stage of the HCPC international application and the evidence required for each section.
- Write clear, evidence-based entries in the standards of proficiency mapping document.
- Identify whether you need English language evidence and which tests and minimum scores currently apply to your profession.
- Describe the possible outcomes of an international application and plan for each, including a test of competence.
Course content
- The HCPC and why registration matters (2 min)
- Before you apply (2 min)
- The application step by step (3 min)
- Writing the standards of proficiency mapping document (4 min)
- English language evidence (1 min)
- Outcomes and what to do next (3 min)
- Case study: a physiotherapist's application (2 min)
- Knowledge check (10 questions, 10 min)
- Guided reflection (15 min)
Standards and guidance covered
- HCPC: Standards of proficiency for the relevant profession (revised standards in effect from 1 September 2023)
- HCPC: Standards of conduct, performance and ethics (2024)
- HCPC: Standards of continuing professional development
- HCPC: guidance for international applicants, including English language proficiency requirements
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy: Code of Members' Professional Values and Behaviour (for physiotherapists)
Certificate
Courses are free to study. When you pass the knowledge check (80%) and complete your reflection, you can buy a verified certificate showing your CPD time, with a unique ID and QR code that anyone can check on our verification page.
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Practitioner Insight is an independent education provider. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the GMC, MPTS, NMC, HCPC, GPhC or any NHS organisation, and this information is not legal advice. If you have been referred to a regulator, speak to your defence organisation, trade union or legal representative.