Setting the standard of excellence in provision of play and recreation in health care.

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Updates
08 January 2021 COVID-19: HPS ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES During this challenging and exceptional phase of COVID-19, Health Play Specialists may be asked or directed by their line manager, or a senior manager within the organisation, to undertake different roles and

Training & Entry
The Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism is a two year course for people who have experience in working with children and young people
Changes to Re-registration Process
HPSET is committed to working towards greater recognition of Healthcare Play Specialists and the importance of professional registration.
To support this aim, our re-registration process is changing to bring us in line with other professional groups. Changes include:
- a move to annual re-registration
- the introduction of a re-registration fee equivalent to £2.50 per month
- the setting-up of a public register
Further information is available on our Re-registration and News pages.
Please check the website regularly for updates
Change is always challenging. Everyone at HPSET is working hard to achieve a smooth transition to the new arrangements, alongside our existing workload.
Thank you for your patience.