1. HCPC Guidelines for Clinical Psychologists
(Health and Care Professions Council)
HCPC Guidelines for Clinical Psychologists
Professional autonomy
Plans and strategies to meet needs
General health
Credible character references (3+ years)
Safe practice
Accountability
Standards of Proficiency
Health
Any convictions
Specific to role
Suitable traits
Character
HCPC
14 guidelines
Safe prescriptions of medicine
Standards of conduct, performance and ethics
Standards for prescribing
Confidentiality, working within limits, referring where necessary
Knowledge and training
Standards of education/training
At least a masters degree + BPS qual.
Standards for CPD
Regular training
Some need PhD.
Evidence, evaluation
MINIMUM level of qualifications (specific)
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