Training routes Flashcards
What are the routes of how to become HCPC registered?
QSEP- psych
PROF DOC- psych
SEPAR- sport science
What is the 1st step of Sport and Exercise training route?
BPS accredited undergrad Psychology (3 years)
OR
GBC conversion course if not
What grades do you need to move to stage 2 of Sport and Exercise training route?
Acquired at least 2:2 to obtain GBC course
AND
Normally at least 2:1 to be offered an M.Sc.
What is the 2nd step of Sport and Exercise training route?
BPS accredited M.Sc. Sport Psychology degree (1 year).
What grades do you need to move to step 3?
BPS accredited Stage 1 qualification.
Usually, at least a merit level of attainment (60%+) to be considered for stage 2.
What is the 3rd step of Sport and Exercise training route?
Hcpc approved Stage 2 Award
(2 year minimum)
BASES SEPAR PROF DOC
What is needed to move on to step 4?
Acquired work related learning/ placement activities
AND
Supervision from a Hcpc registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist
What is step 4 of the Sport and Exercise Psychologist training route?
Eligibility to apply for HCPC Registration
What is the British Psychological Society (BPS)?
A representative body for psychology and psychologist in the UK.
Act as a training provider
What is the BPS responsible for
Nationally responsible for the development, promotion, and application of psychology for the public good
What does the BPS Promote?
Promotes the efficiency and usefulness of its members by maintaining high standards of professional education and knowledge.
What are the golden standards to be a BPS and chartered psychologist?
- Attain threshold levels of competence in relation to knowledge-based and skills relevant to your domain of psychology.
- Adhere to the Society’s required of ethics and professional conduct.
- Engage in regular containing professional development activities.
Who is the Uk regulator for Health Professions?
HCPC
What is HCPC made for?
- Protect the public
- Set standards
- Approve courses- lead to registration
- Keeps register of those who meet the standards- eg Practitioner Psychologist
What titles can only registered practitioners use which are protected by law?
- Generic titles: Registered Psychologists and Practitioner Psychologist
- Domain-specific: Sport and Exercise Psychologist (or any derivative)