Renewal fees have increased for 2016
The costs of running the RCT have been increasing steadily, and now include the costs of the annual CPD audit, of assessor training and of PSA accreditation. So with effect from 1st January 2016 the renewal fee for Registrants has increased to £17.50. Whilst increases in fees are never welcome, it is worth remembering that:
· renewal fees have not risen for 15 years
· the new fee is set to just cover costs, and no more
· the RCT is now an Accredited Register, increasing its status with the NHS
· other registers charge considerably more:
o AHCS register – £50/year
o HCPC – £90
Registrants sometimes ask: “But what do I get for my registration fee?” It is important to remember that any register only provides registration, indicating achievement of standards. Registrants don’t get anything more than this ‘quality mark’ of their practice. That’s why the RCT encourages registrants to join a professional body as well, in order to get member benefits, support and opportunities.
