Returning to the profession

Help for RCSLT members

The RCSLT is keen to encourage therapists who have been on career breaks to return to working as part-time or full-time SLTs.

We provide a service to members who are thinking about returning and who need help and advice on how to:

• Find a placement for supervised practice
• Get a return to practice NHS bursary
• Register with the Health Professions Council (HPC)

Please download and read:
Frequently Asked Questions (97.8kb pdf)

Information on the HPC returner to practise regulations can be found on this HPC web page. We strongly advise you to contact HPC to advise them that you intend to return to practise.

Your RCSLT membership status when you return to work?

If you have been out of practice for more than two years, apply to become a 'returner' RCSLT member, whether you work part-time or full-time, for one year and transfer to the full membership list again.

Informal email group for returners

The RCSLT has started an informal email group for people who are returning to practise. If you would like to be added to this group, please contact Mary Weeks.