Shaping the future of podiatry
On behalf of our members, we lobby and campaign on issues affecting you and the profession. We ensure that our members' views are heard loud and clear by politicians, policymakers and the public.
Stepping forward together
Campaigning
We ensure that podiatry is high on the political agenda, through influencing Ministers, government arm's length bodies and policymakers. Raising the profile of podiatry is a priority for the College.Learn more about our campaigning
Consultations
We regularly consult with members about College policies. As an organisation, we feed into consultations in all four nations on clinical, regulatory and public policy matters that affect podiatry and lower limb health.
Inspiring
We work to raise awareness and aspirations towards a career in podiatry. We can provide you with guidance and resources to help support you in your career. We inspire tomorrow's podiatrists and shape the future of the profession.
The Saks Report
In 2021, we published the Saks Report, a landmark report looking at the future of podiatry. It makes 28 recommendations on what the profession needs to do to develop, sustain itself and thrive in the future.
Participate in our community
Branches
Branches listen to and represent your interests within the College. With a great source of support and learning in your local area. A network to other members and a place where you can share ideas, support and encouragement.
Council
The Council is our Board of Directors and our strategic body. Its members are elected by the Voting Members of the College. Council meets several times a year.
Committees
We have four top-tier committees. They each oversee the organisation's work. These are the Membership Committee, the Finance Committee, the Employment Relations Committee and Clinical Senate. These committees meet several times each year. They feed directly into Council, the College's Board of Directors.
Foot Health Week
Foot Health Week is our annual national foot health campaign. We use this time to promote the life and limb-saving abilities of podiatrists to the public, policymakers and the national media. Many of our members get involved each year, running their own events and promotion.
Forthcoming conferences and events
Starting out in business - the essential facts
4 March 2025, 7.30 - 8.30pm
If you’re thinking of setting up and running your own business you’re going to be faced with numerous responsibilities and complexities.
In this webinar you will learn about the first steps in setting up in business, including how to maintain records to stay on the right side of HMRC. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions.
This is a live online event. It will not be recorded.
Northern Ireland conference and private practice day
21 and 22 March 2025, 9.00am - 5.00pm
The Northern Ireland conference and private practice day will be held at the Balmoral Hotel, Blacks Road, Dunmurry BT10 0MT on 21 and 22 March.
The conference will take place on Friday 21 March, followed by the private practice day on Saturday 22 March.
Sole trader v limited company - know the real facts
2 April 2025, 7.30 - 8.30pm
When you're starting out in business, deciding which business option is right for you can be highly confusing and have serious implications for your wealth.
In this webinar, David Davies of TWD Accountants explores the pros and cons of trading as a sole trader or a limited company.
This is a live online event and will feature a questions and answers session at the end. It will not be recorded.
Foot in diabetes module
Starting 1 May 2025
This 10 week blended learning module starting on 1 May and delivered virtually, concludes with an in-person teaching day in Salford on 24 July.
It is open to podiatrists and other registered healthcare professionals, with discounted rates available for members of the College.
Find out more here
HMRC and self-employed associates - what you need to know
7 May 2025, 7.30 - 8.30pm
Join the experts from TWD Accountants as we discuss how to ensure that you are compliant with HMRC rules around self-employment.
This is a live online event. It will not be recorded.
Find out more here
Virtual record keeping course
7 May 2025, 9.30am - 2.45pm
Join us online for a live interactive course looking at the Royal College of Podiatry's Record keeping and consent standards.
The course is suitable for podiatrists, podiatry students, assistant practitioners, practice managers and administrators. Non members are welcome to attend.
The course is likely to be over-subscribed so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Scottish Annual Conference 2025
23-24 May 2025
The Scottish Annual Conference will this year be held in Glasgow, with a fresh format spanning two days.
On the first day, the focus will be on footwear, and on the second, podiatric practice.
Children's Podiatry Specialist Advisory Group Annual Conference 2025
27 June 2025, 9.00am - 4.30pm
The Childen’s Podiatry Specialist Advisory Group will be holding its annual conference on Friday 27 June 2025 at Future Inn Cardiff Bay, Hemingway Road, Cardiff CF10 4AU.
This in-person event will be an opportunity to learn from experts in the field and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in children's podiatry.
Foot in diabetes module
Starting 8 September 2025
This 10 week blended learning module starting on 8 September and delivered virtually, concludes with an in-person teaching day in London on 4 December 2025.
It is open to podiatrists and other registered healthcare professionals, with discounted rates available for members of the College.
Find out more here
Virtual record keeping course
23 September 2025, 9.30am - 2.45pm
Join us online for a live interactive course looking at the Royal College of Podiatry's Record keeping and consent standards.
The course is suitable for podiatrists, podiatry students, assistant practitioners, practice managers and administrators. Non members are welcome to attend.
The course is likely to be over-subscribed so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Annual Conference and Exhibition 2025
20-22 November 2025 - Save the date!
The Royal College of Podiatry's 2025 Annual Conference and Exhibition will be held in Glasgow from 20-22 November at the SEC.
Guidance for your future in podiatry
Reports
Raising the profile of podiatry is a key priority for the College. We regularly produce reports to develop and promote the profession, including policy position statements, briefing papers and toolkits.
Browse our policy area
Research and audit
Research improves patient care and outcomes. The main way we do this is through an audit system called PASCOM-10. You can use the system in your practice to capture patient data. It gives the College an overview of podiatric care on a national level.
Research and audit
Leadership
We provide you with leadership development oppportunities through courses, events, conferences, CPD and e-learning. In the changing healthcare landscape, the role of the podiatrist as a leader is ever more important.
Online document library
Search our public online document library with documents filtered by title, author, category and tags to assist you in finding resources quickly relating to a wide range of learning resources, updates and guidance. Login to access the member-only library.
Resources
Download our careers resources which you can use at events such as talks in schools and career fairs, or for a display in your waiting room. With information for the public, covering common foot problems, podiatric career options and hints and tips.
CHoPM and podiatry archive
The Centre for the History of Podiatric Medicine (CHoPM) collects and preserves records documenting the history of chiropody and podiatry. For use by members, students, academic research community and the public.
Learn with TALUS
As a member you can access the College's Teaching and Learning Update System (TALUS). This learning platform delivers tailored CPD and provides you with a dedicated space to learn.
Step towards a better future
Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
We are committed to to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment or victimisation, where all members are respected and valued.
Sustainability
Our dedicated network for podiatrists interested in the practice and promotion of more environmentally sustainable healthcare. With regularly updated resources and discussions.
Trade Union
We have been a trade union for over 75 years. It was the beginning of our work to support our profession. We are a union that constantly fights for our members' rights at work and to improve their pay, terms and conditions.
Recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic
We remain committed to continuing that support as we learn to navigate the post-pandemic era.
Visit our COVID-19 section to find out more.