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Before You Apply for CORU Registration: 8 Questions Every Healthcare Professional Should Ask

July 31, 2026

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HCPC Registration (UK)

What is HCPC registration?

HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration is a mandatory requirement for healthcare professionals who wish to work in the UK. It ensures that professionals meet national standards for training, skills, and behavior.

Who needs HCPC registration?

Healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists, radiographers, occupational therapists, biomedical scientists, paramedics, and other regulated professions must register with HCPC to work legally in the UK.

How do I apply for HCPC registration?

You can apply online through the HCPC website by submitting the required documents, proof of qualifications, professional experience, and paying the scrutiny fee.

What documents are required for HCPC registration?

  • Academic certificates
  • Proof of professional experience
  • English language proficiency (IELTS/OET)
  • Identity proof
  • Professional references
  • Scrutiny fee payment

How long does HCPC registration take?

The process typically takes 8-12 weeks, depending on document verification and case complexity.

What is the HCPC registration fee?

Currently the HCPC scrutiny fees is 639£ and HCPC Registration fees is 233£. The fees may vary during time to time as HCPC update them.

Is IELTS/OET mandatory for HCPC registration?

Yes, for International applicants, English language test results are mandatory unless you have finished your primary qualification education from exempted countries listed on HCPC website.

  • IELTS scores requirements: Overall band 7 and minimum 6.5 in each component.
  • For Speech and Language Therapists: Overall band 8.0 with minimum 7.5 in each component.
  • OET: 1400 with no elements below 300
  • For Speech and Language Therapists: 1800 with no elements below 400

How do I check my HCPC Registration Status?

You can track your application online through the HCPC portal.

Can I work in the UK without HCPC registration?

No, working without HCPC registration in a regulated profession is illegal in the UK.

How often do I need to renew my HCPC registration?

HCPC registration must be renewed every two years.

CORU Registration (Ireland)

What is CORU registration?

CORU is Ireland’s regulatory body for health and social care professionals. Registration ensures that professionals meet the required standards to work in Ireland legally.

Who needs CORU registration?

Professions such as physiotherapists, radiographers, social workers, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals must register with CORU.

How do I apply for CORU registration?

Apply online through the CORU website by submitting your qualification documents, proof of experience, and paying the registration fee.

What documents are required for CORU registration?

  • Educational Qualifications
  • Work experience certificates
  • English language proficiency (if required)
  • Identity verification
  • Registration fee payment

How long does CORU registration take?

The process can take 4-6 months, depending on qualification assessment and verification.

What is the CORU registration fee?

Fees vary by profession; check the official CORU website for updated charges.

Is IELTS/OET mandatory for CORU registration?

Yes, unless you have studied in English or worked in your profession in an English or Irish in a country that has English or Irish recognised as the official language of that country for a period of not less than 2 years in the past five-year period, you need IELTS- Overall score 7.0 with no element below 6.5 or
OET- A minimum of Grade B (350) in three components and a minimum of Grade C+ (300) in one component (listening, reading, writing and speaking).

Can I work in Ireland without CORU registration?

No, working without CORU registration in a regulated profession is illegal in Ireland.

How do I check my CORU application status?

You can check your application progress on the CORU portal after submission.

How often do I need to renew my CORU registration?

CORU registration must be renewed annually.

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