Candidates in Training

CANDIDATES IN TRAINING

Benefits

Initially, it is planned to offer those joining the scheme the following benefits:

Being able to put "UKCP Candidate in Training" on their CV, promotional literature and correspondence.
Discounted rates at certain UKCP events such as the Professional Conference
Reduced price subscription to The Psychotherapist
Subsequently, further benefits may be developed including:
Reduced rate advertising in The Psychotherapist and possibly on the UKCP website
Chances for students to learn more about theoretical approaches other than the one they are studying
Allowing students to keep abreast of the 'bigger picture' re new developments in policy and practice, legislation, statutory regulation, NHS policy etc
Providing business/self employment skills e.g. time management advice etc.

Future Development

Eventually, there might be the possibility of a C.I.T. network which could help students learn more about theoretical approaches other than the one they are studying, new developments in policy and practice, keeping abreast of the bigger picture re. legislation, statutory regulation, NHS policy, business/self employment/time management advice, etc. It could also organise events, provide email and local support/interest groups, email newsletter, second hand book sales, etc.

Once the concept of a Student Network has been established and a reasonable number of C.I.T.'s recruited, consideration could also be given to having C.I.T. representation on the UKCP Standards Board, GB, and other committees.

Ultimately, the network could grow so that it organises its own events, provides email, creates local support/special interest groups, has its own e-newsletter, offers a second hand book service etc.

The Application Process

0. A prospective C.I.T. requests an Application Form either from the UKCP website or direct from their respective MO.

0. Prospective C.I.T. submits completed form to their MO which must propose them as a C.I.T. and verify this on the form by signing it and returning it to UKCP independently with official stamp/on headed paper, and full payment.

0. Once the form has been received and checked and full payment has been received, UKCP writes to the student informing them that they now have the right to use 'UKCP Candidate in Training'

0. Implicit in the marketing/promotional literature and clearly specified in the Application Form are specific terms and conditions. In applying for Candidate in Training status, the student must meet certain terms and conditions. The network will be supervised and appraised to ensure individual members behave responsibly and with due regard to UKCP values and principles.

0. The annual cost of being a member of this scheme is £35.

Click here to download an application form

Terms and Conditions

1. Candidates' are eligible to be included in a listing by the UKCP which is in the process of completing a course from a UKCP Member Organization that has been recognized as a Training Organisation.

2. The Training Committee of the Member Organization may recommend the C.I.T. on the following criteria: The trainee a. has proved her/himself as being of good character and conduct during the training b. is aware of their responsibilities and rights under the Member Organisations Codes of Ethics/Practice/Conduct c. has complete their course work to a level and standard that they are ready to commence clinical work.

3. Acceptance of a UKCP Member Organisations' recommendation for an individual to be listed as a C.I.T. is governed by the following conditions: a. C.I.T. listing does not imply or convey any privileges of membership of the UKCP b. Responsibility for adherence to codes of conduct and complaints processes will be to the Member/Training Organisation c. The use of any description that implies membership of the UKCP is prohibited. Should any complaint be upheld that a C.I.T. has conveyed they are a member of the UKCP, the sanction could include being barred from the UKCP Register.

4. The Registration Board will ensure: a. Those people who come forward as Candidates in Training would have no right to appeal to the Central Final Appeals Process in the case of a complaint made against them. b. There is a longer term requirement to include students on a Register: The RB undertakes to consult with all interested parties about how this could go forward. c. The UKCP in general and the RB in particular carry no regulatory responsibility for candidates in training. MOs would hold that responsibility entirely.