As soon as you apply for HCPC you get nervous, impatient and want to get your HCPC registration as soon as possible. But, it will take the due time to complete the process step by step. As mentioned on HCPC website
International applications process
Submit forms and scrutiny fee
Receive confirmation letter and reference number
Processing and assessment
Decision letter
All applicants will receive a decision letter notifying them about the outcome of their application. In successful cases this will confirm their addition to the Register.
The process looks simple but it has its own flaws.
The confirmation mail gets stuck in the 'Draft' box
The scrutiny link didn't receive.
The scrutiny link is not working
The credit card is not accepted.
Waiting time when you call HCPC takes nearly 40-60 minutes to get answered.
Every time new caller answers your call and you have to brief them from beginning.
Acceptance of documents
and many more.
This is how registration process actually work
The first step is receiving mail from HCPC with a scrutiny link in it.
The second step is reference check, they will contact your references randomly.
After that the application gets sent to the 'Assessors'.
If the assessors are happy with it you will get the confirmation mail from HCPC regarding paying registration to get your 'REGISTRATION' .
The process gets complicated when you fail to submit any documents. Because; in that case you will have to courier them, then they will receive it and they will again start working on it.
So it would be better to attach all the mentioned documents while submitting the HCPC application.
Once you have your Reference number with you, you can contact them via mail or call quoting your reference number and ask for the updates. The more you call the more you will speed up the process. So call them frequently and ask about the updates.
Timeline
Considering the current scenario you will receive confirmation mail along with a scrutiny fee link after 60-70 days of receiving your courier at the HCPC office.
Advice for you
Read all documents listed properly and arrange it accordingly.
Do not try to use forged documents.
Transcripts and syllabus should be well sealed and signed and should not be 6 months old.
Prepare for IELTS and try to secure Band 7. Take IELTS Preparation classes to avoid a second attempt.
Read standard proficiency and include as much as you can in your experience.
Use this link while filling the form.
Successful registration, what next?
First of all congratulations for receiving your HCPC registration number, now you can apply confidently to any jobs quoting your registration number. The next step is to get in touch with us to prepare yourself for the job interview calls.
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Great information sir regarding HCPC registeration. Thank you.
Detailed insight of the whole process. I'm sure applicants will get huge relief and assurance reading this. Keep up the good work