HCPC Audit Survival Guide: What Psychologists Need to Know

What happens during an HCPC CPD audit and how do you pass it with confidence? In this episode of The Aspiring Psychologist Podcast, clinical psychologist Dr Carly Pointon joins Dr Marianne Trent to explain the CPD audit process for psychologists regulated by the HCPC. Learn what documents to include in your portfolio, how long you have to respond, and what the HCPC is really looking for in your submission.

Whether you’re a newly qualified psychologist, in independent practice, or just want to feel audit-ready, this episode offers practical advice, reflection tips, and emotional reassurance.

From CPD folders and supervision notes to writing effective reflections and avoiding common mistakes, this guide will help you survive and pass an HCPC audit without the panic. #hcpc #cpd

00:00 – Introduction
02:21 – What is an HCPC audit and how common is it?
04:20 – Who gets chosen and how are they notified?
06:05 – How Carley felt when she was selected for audit
07:45 – CPD folders: what’s inside and how to keep track
10:30 – Examples of CPD: supervision, podcast learning, conferences
13:12 – What the HCPC is looking for in your submission
15:50 – How long do you have to prepare and submit?
17:25 – Reflective writing tips for CPD evidence
19:30 – Can you fail the audit? What happens if you do?
21:05 – How Carley organised her submission (and survived!)
23:10 – Top tips for staying on top of CPD throughout the year
25:15 – Final words of reassurance and encouragement

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