B4: Organisations that Regulate Professionals - HCPC

Question 1

Why does the HCPC exist?

Answer 1

the HCPC exists to protect the public from poor standards of care throughout the UK and promote good practice in the sector

Question 2

What does the HCPC regulate?

Answer 2

they regulate a wide range of health care professionals including:
- physiotherapists
- occupational therapists
- social workers
- paramedics
(16 in total)

Question 3

What must members of these different professions do?

Answer 3

• members of these different professions must be registered with the HCPC
• professionals must have achieved the relevant qualifications and meet the standards of professional and personal behaviour required by the council

Question 4

When would a member of the public have the right to compain?

Answer 4

if a member of the public feels that one of the professionals registered with them is not meeting the standards expected, they have the right to complain

Question 5

What does the HCPC have the power to do?

Answer 5

the HCPC has the powers to investigate any complaints made and take appropriate action to resolve them

Question 6

What can the HCPC do in cases of serious misconduct?

Answer 6

in cases of serious misconduct the HCPC can take appropriate action such as suspension or removal from the register