All PTUK Registrants have to successfully complete a rigorous training programme as shown below. The training courses are at either Postgraduate level – validated for academic work by a university or at Post Qualifying level – approved for academic quality by a university. In addition all the courses have to be accredited by PTUK. This ensures a consistent and coherent programme across all training providers and countries. PTUK Registrants are trained to the same standards throughout the world.
PTUK has developed over the past years a very detailed and comprehensive set of competencies – what a Registrant has to do, to be a safe and effective therapist. The learning objectives of the training courses – what a Registrant needs to know, are derived from these competencies. The effectiveness of the PTUK model based on these competencies is shown through our continuous research programme.
In addition to theoretical knowledge, the training has to include carefully supervised practice with children and experiential work. This enables the trainees to understand what the children feel during therapy and to identify any personal issues that impede safe practice.
You can see more details of the current training courses on the APAC website. APAC has been accredited by the PTUK to deliver these courses.
In addition all Registrants have to keep their knowledge up to date with carefully managed training known as Continuous Professional Development (CPD). A main principle of PTUK is to encourage and support Life Long learning. Full details of CPD requirements.
