Standard 3

Question 1

How has standard 3 been reworded?

Answer 1

From “be able to maintain fitness too practice” to “look after their health and wellbeing, seeking appropriate support where necessary”

Question 2

How has standard 3.1 changed?

Answer 2

Removed “understand the need to maintain high standards of personal and professional conduct” to “identify anxiety and stress in themselves and recognise the potential impact on their practice”

Question 3

How has standard 3.2 changed?

Answer 3

Removed “be able to take appropriate action if their health may affect their ability to practise safely and effectively” to “understand the importance of their own mental and physical health and wellbeing strategies in maintaining fitness to practice”

Question 4

What are the two additional standards that are part of standard 3?

Answer 4

3.3+3.4
3.3 understand how to take appropriate action if their health may affect their ability to practise safely and effectively including seeking help and support when necessary.

3.4 develop and adopt clear strategies for physical and mental self care and self awareness to maintain a high standards of professional effectiveness and a safe working environment