The Health and Care Professions Council

The Health and Care Professions Council

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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.

14/06/2026

Hearing aid dispensers - don't leave your renewal to the last minute! ⏰

Make sure to complete all steps of the process before 31 July 2026.

Log into your online account and renew today ➡️ www.hcpc-uk.org/how-to-renew

12/06/2026

Chiropodists / podiatrists - don't leave your renewal to the last minute! ⏰

Make sure to complete all steps of the process before 31 July 2026.

Log into your online account and renew today ➡️ www.hcpc-uk.org/how-to-renew

06/06/2026

Chiropodists / podiatrists - don't leave your renewal to the last minute! ⏰

Make sure you complete all steps of the process before 31 July 2026.

Log into your online account and renew today ➡️ www.hcpc-uk.org/how-to-renew

05/06/2026

Hearing aid dispensers - don't leave your renewal to the last minute! ⏰

Make sure you complete all steps of the process before 31 July 2026.

Log into your online account and renew today ➡️ www.hcpc-uk.org/how-to-renew

05/06/2026

Do you know someone with sound judgement and a desire to protect the public?

This is their opportunity to become a HCPC Panel Member. They'll play an essential role in our fitness to practise process, reviewing evidence and delivering fair, well-reasoned decisions.

We're looking for registrants from the following professions:

🎭 Arts therapists (dramatherapists)
🚑 Paramedics
😷 Operating department practitioners
🩻 Radiographers (diagnostic and therapeutic)

Find out more about the role and being a HCPC partner:
www.hcpc-uk.org/partners-application-information

Applications close 23 June at 1pm.

04/06/2026

It's ! 🥳

'I love being a biomedical scientist because the work we do behind the scenes has a direct impact on patient care and outcomes.

I love that I can combine diagnostic science with education through my role in academia. It is so rewarding to develop and inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists and the future workforce.'

Tahmina Hussain is a registered biomedical scientist and senior lecturer in biomedical science.

The UK has 28,783 brilliant biomedical scientists who make a difference to patients' lives. Today we celebrate them all! 💙

Institute of Biomedical Science The University of Salford

03/06/2026

‘I love my job because food is so much more than nutrition - it’s culture, comfort, connection and prevention.’

🎉 Celebrating with the words of real dietitians who make a difference!

‘As a renal dietitian, I have the privilege of supporting people living with chronic kidney disease to make informed choices that improve both their health and quality of life.

I’m especially passionate about inclusive healthcare, reducing health inequalities, and helping patients feel seen, understood and empowered through practical, culturally sensitive nutrition support.

Being a dietitian allows me to combine science, compassion and culture in a meaningful way every day.’ 💙

Words from Tadala Kolawole, registered dietitian.

To the 13,177 dietitians on our Register - thank you for everything you do. 🙏

Follow Tadala here: www.linkedin.com/in/tadala-kolawole-3470381ba

More dietitians in their own words - videos from the British Dietetic Association: www.tiktok.com/

02/06/2026

'Seeing someone grow in confidence, feel more in control of their health, and knowing I have helped support that change is what makes the role so rewarding.'

🎉 Celebrating with the words of real dietitians who make a difference!

'I love being a dietitian because I get to build trusting relationships with patients and help them make changes that feel realistic, personal and achievable.' 💙

Words from Katie Ayling, registered dietitian.

To the 13,177 dietitians on our Register - thank you for everything you do. 🙏

Follow Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust:
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www.facebook.com/berkshirehealthcare

More dietitians in their own words - videos from British Dietetic Association: www.tiktok.com/

01/06/2026

Are you an art therapist, music therapist or dramatherapist 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/

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Kennington Park Road
London
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