JCCP

COVID-19 – Advice to practitioners

Following the Government’s announcement on Monday 4th January, the JCCP have published a statement on the UK Government’s Third 'Lockdown' Position.

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented global threat and those working in the non-surgical cosmetic sector must adhere to guidance from government organisations.

To read our full statement click the following link - https://www.jccp.org.uk/NewsEvent/jccp-statement-on-the-uk-governments-third-lockdown-position-january-2021

We appreciate these are difficult times for everyone and we will continue to work alongside you to support you.

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The Public

How can I get safe treatment?

The JCCP has been established to assist members of the public who are seeking/considering or undergoing non-surgical and hair restoration surgery treatments (Injections, Fillers, Lasers, Peels and Hair Restoration Surgery) with advice on patient safety matters and how to gain access to registers of approved practitioners.

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Practitioners

How can the JCCP help me as a ‘Practitioner’?

The JCCP has been established as a vehicle to promote patient safety in the world of non-surgical aesthetics and hair restoration surgery. It achieves this by the provision of information/advice to the public and its ‘Practitioner Register’. Practitioners must meet stringent entry requirements, sign up to a strict Code of Practice and operate within a new set of standards and competences.

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Education

Why should I as an education and training provider register with the JCCP?

There are many high-quality training providers working in non-surgical aesthetics however there are many who are offering sub-standard and unrecognized qualifications, supported by questionable accreditation routes and who are using misleading marketing tools to attract trainees.

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Press Releases, Updates & News

Health and Social Care Select Committee Report on the Impact of Body Image on Mental and Physical Health

02 Aug 2022

‘Regulate non-surgical cosmetic procedures within a year to prevent exploitation, urge MPs’

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 13th July 2022

18 Jul 2022

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting held remotely on Wednesday 13th July.

The British Beauty Council Webinar - The Future of Aesthetics

12 Jul 2022

The British Beauty Council held a online webinar to discuss the 'The Future of Aesthetics. In this webinar they discussed all the information and details they know about the upcoming licensing regulation.

The Health & Care Act and the future licensing of aesthetic practitioners completing non-surgical cosmetic (aesthetic) procedures

11 Jul 2022

The new Health and Care Act 2022 gives the Government powers to introduce a licensing scheme for practitioners who operate in England. Work is now underway to decide what the licensing scheme will look like. This will then be introduced via secondary legislation. The timescale for this is yet to be outlined.

Consulting Room: Your Aesthetic Partner - Volume 5: Issue 2

07 Jul 2022

Professor David Sines outlines the JCCP’s proposal for a treatment licensing regime.

JCCP Meet the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Patient Safety and Primary Care, Maria Caulfield MP

05 Jul 2022

Representatives from the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), along with corporate partners from pharma companies, pharmacies, and legal specialists met with the Right Honourable Maria Caulfield at the Conservative Health Group at the House of Commons on Tuesday 14th June 2022 to discuss a range of issues associated with the call for regulation of the non-surgical aesthetics sector in England.

Safety of non-surgical aesthetic treatments

05 Jul 2022

Sir Bruce Keogh’s report into the Regulation of Cosmetic Interventions singled out dermal fillers as a “crisis waiting to happen”. This was corroborated by a British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons survey which found 69% of its surgeons had seen patients presenting with complications following temporary fillers, and 49% had seen complications following semi- or permanent fillers.

The New Licencing Clause – Protecting Members of the Public

23 Jun 2022

How can I get safe treatment?

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 13th July 2022

23 Jun 2022

On 13th July the JCCP will be hosting their Annual General Meeting.

Could this be the end of remote prescribing?

23 Jun 2022

Complete ban on remote prescribing of botox recommended in new JCCP guidance.

JCCP Guidance Statement – Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Procedures

23 Jun 2022

Moving towards safer regulation - consideration of contemporary issues relating to Licensing and National Standard setting

22 Jun 2022

Face 2022 - Moving towards safer regulation - consideration of contemporary issues relating to Licensing and National Standard setting

Press Release 46 - JCCP and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) announce new partnership

09 Jun 2022

The JCCP and CIEH have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in order to work together to promote best practice and standards in the aesthetic and beauty industries linked to a joint commitment to public protection and patient safety.

Press Release 45 – Publication on Revised and Updated Guidance for Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Practitioners

08 Jun 2022

The recent aesthetic sector licencing amendment contained within the Health and Care Act (2022) and the enactment of the Botulinum Toxins and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act (2021) have caused prescribing in cosmetic procedures to come under close scrutiny. Discussions in both Houses of the Lords and Commons have been openly critical with regard to standards of prescribing for cosmetic procedures, presenting clear implications for professional and industry credibility and for patient safety.

Body image and mental health online course

07 Jun 2022

We are really pleased to share some news from the Mental Health Foundation: Their newest online learning course launches today with Future Learn titled ‘Body Image and Mental Health in Young People’.

Petition for Cosmetic Surgery and Non Surgical Aesthetic ads to display a risk logo

31 May 2022

The public are at risk when viewing ads for Non Surgical Aesthetic Procedures and Cosmetic Surgery. Increasing reports on complications and injuries mean that a risk logo would remind the public to research the procedure, related risks and complications about the treatment they may be considering.

Energy-based Devices in the cosmetic sector

16 May 2022

The Clinical Advisory Group for the JCCP established a subgroup to investigate the use of energy-based devices in the UK cosmetic sector and possible improvements to patient safety.

JCCP launches new website for Members of the General Public – JCCP & me

05 May 2022

The JCCP has been working with CDM – a London based, international health agency – on the development of an information website for members the general public who are seeking to access non-surgical cosmetic treatments. The site is called: JCCP & me

JCCP and The Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA) Public Narrative

05 May 2022

The JCCP and the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA) are sister organisations. The CPSA is an expert group of clinical specialists, with patient/public representation, that prioritises experience, evidence and patient safety.

JCCP-CPSA Stakeholder Council Meeting - Monday 11th July 2022

14 Apr 2022

Virtual meeting to discuss 'The Future of Regulation and Oversight for Public Protection within the Aesthetics Sector' held on Monday 11th July 2022.

Education and Training Webinar - 16.03.2022

18 Mar 2022

The JCCP held their Education and Training Webinar on Wednesday 16th March over Microsoft Teams.

Video promoting the amendment to the Health and Care Bill

17 Mar 2022

We are one of 20 organisations supporting better public safety in aesthetic non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Thank you to the Government for agreeing an amendment to the Health and Care Bill.

House of Lords approves new National Licensing System for non-surgical treatments

08 Mar 2022

The amendment to introduce a national licensing system for aesthetics was passed in the House of Lords last night – see final statement from Lord Kamall.

Government to introduce licensing for non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England

01 Mar 2022

The public will be protected against botched botulinum toxin and fillers, as the government confirms its intention to introduce a licensing regime for non-surgical cosmetic procedures

JCCP calls for statutory regulation of high-risk cosmetic treatments

03 Feb 2022

The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) has today called for the statutory regulation of cosmetic treatments involving injectables, fillers, invasive lasers, ‘deep’ peels and other invasive treatments and says these should only be administered by regulated healthcare professionals.

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) Confirms the Appointment of Key Opinion Leaders

20 Dec 2021

As part of its ‘Marketing and Communications Plan’ the JCCP has established the role of ‘Key Opinion Leader’ (KOL). This role has been designed to enable some of the most influential people in the non-surgical and hair restoration surgery specialisms to sign up to the core values of the JCCP and where appropriate to reflect these values in statements, presentations and other interactions with the aesthetic world and media.

Leading Clinic Group, SK:N, Partners with JCCP

30 Nov 2021

In a joint mission to improve patient safety and public protection, the UK’s leading clinic group, sk:n, has announced its partnership with the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) in the hope that this new union will accelerate regulation in the aesthetics industry.

JCCP and Hamilton Fraser affirm their Position Best Practice in Insuring Non-Surgical Practitioners

25 Nov 2021

The JCCP has raised concerns with Government that currently there is no legal requirement for non-healthcare practitioners to have medical insurance cover for non-surgical procedures that they provide to members of the public. Evidence exists to confirm that where medical insurance is provided for both health care and non-heath care practitioners the actual amount of medical indemnity cover provided may be inadequate to meet the actual costs associated with successful litigation claims.

JCCP in Association with HF for Recommended Best Practice in Insuring Non-Surgical Practitioners

25 Nov 2021

Press Release 48 - Prescribing unlicensed medicines in cosmetic procedures - Botulinum Toxins.

16 Nov 2021

The JCCP has received several expressions of concern relating to the supply and prescribing of unlicensed botulinum toxins such as ‘Botulax’ from Korea. In response, the JCCP Clinical Advisory Group has reviewed the position of all relevant regulators with a view to outlining a common position as the basis for this statement. This paper has been subject to review by statutory regulators including MHRA, GMC and NMC.

Urgent call for action to local MPs to support an amendment to the Health and Care Act

10 Nov 2021

The JCCP has been working with other sector based organizations, national influencers and a cross party group of MPs to table an amendment to the Health and Care Bill, which would enable Secretary of State to introduce a licensing scheme for non-surgical aesthetic cosmetic procedures in England. The new system should help to better regulate cosmetic practitioners, to ensure that they have appropriate qualifications, competencies and skills to practice safely.

JCCP Reaffirms its Position on Safe Prescribing in the Aesthetics Sector

01 Nov 2021

The JCCP is very aware of the prescribing issues raised by the Sunday Times investigatory report that was published this weekend.

Beauty is in the eye of the investor

11 Oct 2021

Cosmetic procedures - both surgical and not - receive an ever-increasing amount of public attention in the UK as the array of tweaks and adjustments on offer to the consumer have become more popular and normalised with time.

JCCP response – Should dermal fillers be reclassified as prescription only devices?

07 Oct 2021

JCCP response on social media post – Should dermal fillers be reclassified as prescription only devices?

Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act

30 Sep 2021

Factsheet for healthcare professionals, professional bodies representing healthcare professionals and the healthcare regulatory bodies.

JCCP Statement - Changes to register

27 Sep 2021

JCCP comment on the social media posts regarding changes to our register.

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – new Corporate Membership Programme Launched

17 Sep 2021

The JCCP has launched a new Corporate Membership Programme (CMP) which has been designed to enable commercial businesses and other stakeholders in the non-surgical cosmetic and hair restoration sector to work with the JCCP to improve and promote patient safety and public awareness of all aspects of the non-surgical aesthetics and hair restoration sector and to access a range of benefits and services to be provided by (and in association with) the JCCP.

Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act 2021

16 Sep 2021

The purpose of this notice is to remind all aesthetic practitioners that this Act is coming into force on the 1st of October this year and has implications for all practitioners, irrespective of whether they treat persons under the age of eighteen or not!

Amendment to the Health and Care Bill to improve the safety and regulation of cosmetic treatments

08 Sep 2021

Amendment to the Health and Care Bill to improve the safety and regulation of cosmetic treatments

RPS Competency Framework for all Prescribers updated

07 Sep 2021

Come to our webinar explaining the updated framework on Thursday, 23 September 7.30pm - 8.30pm

CCR is back!

06 Sep 2021

One of the UK's biggest medical aesthetics events is back on Thursday 14th & Friday 15th October in the Excel centre, London

The JCCP welcomes MAP-IQ as a new Approved Education and Training Partner

02 Sep 2021

The JCCP is delighted to welcome MAP-IQ as a new JCCP approved RPEL education and training provider.

BCAM Virtual Annual Conference 2021

25 Aug 2021

We are delighted to announce that our very own Prof David Sines will be speaking on the 'Regulation Panel Discussion' at this year's BCAM Virtual Conference.

Approval for GMC Specialist Registry Qualification for Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Registrants

04 Aug 2021

The JCCP has now completed an exercise with CPSA colleagues and the British Association of Dermatologists to review the alignment between the GMC Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Specialist Register membership requirements with regard to both knowledge and practice competencies against the CPSA Standards (2018) and against the JCCP (2018) Competency Framework.

ACE Group World & Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) Partnership

30 Jul 2021

ACE Group World is the largest non-surgical aesthetic membership organisation within the UK with over 2,500 members and attracting more than 50 new members each week.

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 28.07.2021

30 Jul 2021

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 28.07.2021

JCCP Response to APPG on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing

21 Jul 2021

The JCCP’s call for tighter regulation comes on the day the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing publishes its report (to read click here) on a long running inquiry into aesthetic cosmetic procedures. The APPG recommends a national licensing regime to be introduced across England with certain minimum qualification standards for practitioners carrying out aesthetic treatments but it falls short of statutory regulation.

All-Party Parliamentary Group on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing

21 Jul 2021

Concluding report: Inquiry into advanced aesthetic non-surgical cosmetic treatments

New Guidance to Inform Choices About Cosmetic Procedures

20 Jul 2021

New advice about how to feel good about our bodies and how to make informed decisions about cosmetic treatments is being launched today by the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), supported by the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) and the British Beauty Council.

Fillers, False Advertising and Intimidation - ‘The ugly side of the of the aesthetic training industry’

05 Jul 2021

‘Professor David Sines CBE Chair of the JCCP appeared in the above Sky News report on the 3rd of July and alongside the Hon. Judith Cummins MP highlighted the appalling and unacceptable practices being performed and proliferated by many unregulated training providers who operate increasingly within the aesthetic training industry.

Notice of Annual General meeting

01 Jul 2021

Annual General meeting held on Wednesday 28th Julu 2021 at 1pm.

Practitioner Registrant Newsletter - June 2021

23 Jun 2021

The JCCP has continued to function actively throughout the last 12 months and has issued a newsletter with an update on all the work which has been going on.

New Guidance on What Constitutes an Aesthetic ‘Medical’, ‘Medically-Related’ or ‘Cosmetic’ Procedure

18 May 2021

The JCCP has undertaken to make a purposeful evidence-based contribution to create both understanding and insight into the nature of aesthetic treatments to create a single, robust position that can apply to all practitioners undertaking any procedure within the non-surgical aesthetic sector.

What constitutes a medical, medically related or cosmetic procedure?

18 May 2021

The scope of this document covers any consultation or procedure undertaken for aesthetic purposes whether it has therapeutic benefits or not.

JCCP – Announces New Approved Awarding Organisation Qualifications – VTCT and OTHM.

12 May 2021

The JCCP is delighted to announce the formal approval of two new Awarding Organisations and their associated Level 7 qualifications.

Cosmetic regulation joint letter to Nadine Dorries MP

11 May 2021

We were very pleased to see Government support for the Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Filler (Children) Private Members’ Bill in the last parliamentary session, which is an issue that has brought together Members of Parliament from all political parties.

New Fast Track Assessment Centre in Association with Learna Announced

07 May 2021

The JCCP is delighted to announce that from May 1st, 2021 practitioners can apply to register with Learna’s new JCCP Fast Track Assessment (FTA) which has been specifically designed for aesthetic practitioners who are seeking to register with the JCCP.

JCCP & the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

07 Apr 2021

The JCCP and the MHRA have signed a memorandum of understanding to improve collaboration. Together we will improve public protection and consumer safety in the aesthetic industry through positive engagement between our two organisations; working towards the promotion of safer medical devices and medicines and examples of best and safe practice within the aesthetic industry.

JCCP’s Response to GMC’s latest guidance - Good practice in prescribing and managing medicines & devices

31 Mar 2021

The Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners welcomes the GMC guidance for the management of medicines and devices, which comes into effect on 5th April 2021.

Continues Preparation and Adaptation of Workplace and Practice during COVID-19

31 Mar 2021

This revised guidance document builds on and updates the outcome of a co-ordinated effort undertaken earlier this year by the Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), with support from sk:n, to ensure, as far as is reasonably possible, best practice is adopted when working in pandemic conditions under Government approval.

Updated JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s stages of lifting ‘Lock Down’ restrictions

31 Mar 2021

The guidance document was produced to assist aesthetic practitioners to deliver effective treatments as safely as possible within the context of a carefully prepared practice environment and in such a manner that would seriously minimize risks of contracting Covid-19 for patients, practitioners and their employees.

JCCP 10-Point Plan for Safer Regulation in the Aesthetic Sector

16 Mar 2021

The Joint Council For Cosmetic Practitioners is an organisation working closely with government and national bodies seeking greater regulation on non-surgical aesthetic treatments and hair restoration surgery in the UK.

JCCP Clinical Advisory Group (CAG)

25 Feb 2021

The JCCP Clinical Advisory Group will provide advice on clinical governance and ‘clinically’ related matters to inform the JCCP Trustee Board with regard to public protection and patient safety. It will seek to ensure that the views and experiences of members of the public and clinicians inform all aspects of the JCCP’s work programme.

Revised JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Third Wave ‘Lock Down’ Position

24 Feb 2021

JCCP Clinical Advisory Group

25 Jan 2021

Advisory notice: Potential reaction between dermal fillers and Coronavirus vaccine.

JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Third ‘Lockdown’ Position - January 2021

05 Jan 2021

Given the Government announcement of January 4th 2021 which introduces new national restrictions, the JCCP has again reviewed its position.

The JCCP & the RSPH form a Memorandum of Understanding

23 Dec 2020

The JCCP and the RSPH have determined to work together to encourage public protection and consumer safety in the aesthetic industry and to encourage positive engagement between the two organisations towards the promotion of examples of best and safe practice within the aesthetic beauty industry.

Update Regarding the Review of the JCCP’s 2018 Changes to the Practitioner Register

02 Dec 2020

Following on from the JCCP’s decision in July 2018 to restrict registration for both botulinum toxin and dermal filler injections to Healthcare Professionals only, the board have reviewed and upheld this stance until August 2022, when a review will once again take place. Should there be a substantial change in Government policy or new evidence to inform this decision prior to this date, the Council will of course bring the review forward.

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 23/09/2020

23 Nov 2020

David Sines provided a summary of the activity at the JCCP up until December 2019. Members noted the excellent progress made and placed on record thanks to David Sines for his contribution as the Executive Chair. David Sines thanked all Board Trustees for their support and inputs.

New National Restrictions from 5 November

04 Nov 2020

Information on the new national restrictions, including what they mean for working from home and business closures, why they are being introduced and the financial support available.

JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Second Wave ‘Lock Down’ Position

03 Nov 2020

During the second Government ‘lock down’ period, as ever, safety of the patient, public and the practitioner is central to all that we do.

Continued Preparation and Adaptation of Workplace and Practice During COVID-19

03 Nov 2020

In the absence of definitive government and professional advice, these guidelines are designed to provide you with a range of basic principles to achieve a standard of safety within the limits of our shared current understanding.

Keeping workers and clients safe during COVID-19 in close contact services

29 Oct 2020

COVID-19 secure guidance for employers, employees and the self-employed.

Press Release 38 - The JCCP’s 15 Point Plan on Governance and Regulation within the Aesthetic Industry

19 Oct 2020

Parliament debated a Private Members Bill on Friday 16th October 2020 looking at the issue of providing aesthetic treatments to under 18’s.

JCCP – Announces new members of its Regulated Qualifications, Education and Training Providers Register

14 Sep 2020

The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners is delighted to announce new members of its register of approved regulated qualifications in aesthetics and providers of those qualifications.

Improving Diversity in Aesthetics

11 Sep 2020

The founders of the Black Aesthetics Advisory Board provide practical tips on how the industry can band together to help improve diversity within the field and support practitioner and patients with skin colour.

Practitioner Registrant Newsletter - September 2020

09 Sep 2020

The JCCP Practitioner Register Committee (PRC) met regularly until March, 2020 when the challenges associated with Covid-19 required the Committee to revert to virtual meeting contact with Committee members. The JCCP Trustee Board has continued to meet via Microsoft Teams continuously throughout the Covid period.

Notice of Annual General meeting

02 Sep 2020

Annual General meeting held on Wednesday 23rd September 2020 at 12pm - 1pm.

JCCP – Announces new partnership with Hamilton Fraser Insurance & invitation to other insurers

27 Aug 2020

The JCCP has recently undertaken a strategic review of voluntary registers in the aesthetics sector including their activities, the role they play and their significance to the public.

Updated return to practice guidance following the Government announcement of August 13

14 Aug 2020

From Saturday August 15th all close contact services, including cosmetic facial treatments may resume. From this date, JCCP registrants may commence the provision of all facial procedures, including injectables, which are assessed as ‘purely cosmetic’, that is, that are not considered to be associated with any identifiable medically related benefit.

APPG Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing – What is the concern?

21 Jul 2020

The JCCP recently compiled an extensive but clear document outlining to the APPG (All Party Parliamentary Group) for Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing the issues that lie within the Aesthetics sector and the solutions we believe necessary to eradicate the risks that they pose to members of the public seeking treatments.

Definitive Advice for Returning to Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners - 6th July

08 Jul 2020

The JCCP has engaged in discussion with the Department of Health and Social Care, Professional Statutory Regulators and Trading Standards Officials to seek confirmation of the Council’s previous stated position of whether it remains permissible at this time for registered healthcare clinicians to undertake and perform health-related aesthetic procedures from their clinical premises.

JCCP Statement: Returning to Practice - 6th July 2020

06 Jul 2020

The JCCP is aware that some confusion and concern has arisen in the sector following the Government’s latest update from Public Health England regarding returning to practice during phase 3 of lockdown restrictions in England.

JCCP Statement - Expression of Interest: JCCP Membership Scheme: Invitation to Participate

01 Jul 2020

The primary aim of the JCCP is to enable the public to be more informed about the risks associated with aesthetic/cosmetic treatments and to clearly identify safer and appropriately trained practitioners who practise in these areas of specialist treatment. In order to achieve these aims the JCCP established a Government (Professional Standards Authority – PSA) approved Practitioner Register.

JCCP Update on Preparing your Return to Practice

29 Jun 2020

Update for practitioners on part 1 of the JCCP register, who propose to resume practice from July 4th.

Government guidelines regarding returning to work

25 Jun 2020

The JCCP are currently unable to provide explicit advice when practices can reopen.

Advice on Returning to Work

09 Jun 2020

The JCCP has sought advice from the GMC on cosmetic practitioners returning to work during COVID-19. The GMC does not make service provision decisions, offer legal advice, or comment on the specific circumstances of each clinic wishing to reopen. However, the GMC advised us how it would respond to any doctors considering reopening cosmetic clinics based on existing provisions within their guidance.

Preparing for return to practice: Guidance Update - 6th July 2020.

03 Jun 2020

The following is an overview of updates relating to the following JCCP documents: Preparing for return to practice Navigating the challenges raised regarding returning to work safely. These updates have been incorporated into the documents. For those already familiar with them, this update may be read independently.

JCCP Statement on ‘Navigating the Challenges Raised Regarding Returning to Work Safely’

20 May 2020

Last week the JCCP released a document ‘Preparing Your Place of Work: Covid-19 & Return to Practice’. This guidance document was produced to assist aesthetic practitioners to map and commence preparations to deliver effective treatments as safely as possible within the context of a carefully prepared practice environment and in such a manner that would seriously minimise risks of contracting Covid-19 for patients, practitioners and their employees.

Covid 19 - Preparing for Return to Work

13 May 2020

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – Preparing your Place of Work - Covid-19 and Return to Practice Guidelines

Preparing your place of work post COVID-19

13 May 2020

This guidance document is the outcome of a co-ordinated effort undertaken by the Joint Council of Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP), with support from sk:n, to ensure, as far as is reasonably possible, best practice is adopted when returning after the Government currently imposed lockdown.

JCCP/CPSA Press Release – March 23rd 2020 COVID – 19 ADVICE to PRACTITIONERS

23 Mar 2020

Advice to practitioners on COVID-19 from the JCCP & CPSA.

JCCP Update and response to the COVID-19 outbreak

20 Mar 2020

A JCCP update and response from our chair Prof David Sines to the COVID-19 outbreak.

New Enforcement Notice on the Advertisement of Prescription Only Medicines in Aesthetics

08 Jan 2020

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) And Committee of Advertising Issue New Enforcement Notice on the Advertisement of Prescription Only Medicines in Aesthetics

Education update from Dr Anne McNall & Sally Taber

02 Jan 2020

Update from Dr Anne McNall, Trustee and Chair of Education & Training Committee JCCP and Sally Taber, Trustee JCCP with lead responsibility for misleading advertising.

Practitioner Register Committee Newsletter

09 Dec 2019

The JCCP Practitioner Register Committee (PRC) has met regularly during this period and has been provided with legal advice from Bevan Brittan (our legal advisers) to enable us to fully embed the Council’s Fitness to Practise (FtP) Rules (copies of which may be found on the JCCP website).

Charity status achieved by Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority

06 Dec 2019

The Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA) has been formally recognised as a charity (no. 1186220). We were added to the Register of Charities in November this year and details are available on the Charity Commission website.

JCCP welcomes new guidelines from the GPhC for Prescribing Pharmacists

05 Dec 2019

In applying this guidance in practice, pharmacist prescribers must be able to justify their decisions and use their professional judgement in the person’s best interests.

JCCP publish guidelines on ‘Adjunctive Therapies and Orphan Treatments’.

15 Nov 2019

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) publish guidelines on ‘Adjunctive Therapies and Orphan Treatments’.

JCCP publish guidelines on use of social media by registrants

27 Aug 2019

The JCCP believes in open, transparent, courteous and professional use of social media platforms.

JCCP complaints prompt ASA Investigation into Aesthetic Training Companies

07 Aug 2019

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) complaints prompt Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Investigation into Aesthetic Training Companies

Publication on Guidance for Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Practitioners

22 Jul 2019

Press Release 30- Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – Publication on Guidance for Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Practitioners

JCCP and BBC sign Memorandum of Understanding

11 Jul 2019

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) and British Beauty Council (BBC) sign Memorandum of Understanding

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – Annual Report 2018 - 2019

19 Jun 2019

One of the key recommendations included in the 2015 HEE Report called for the established of statutory regulation for the sector and for the immediate creation of a voluntary register. The JCCP fulfils such a function.

JCCP Annual Report

19 Jun 2019

JCCP approves annual accounts and annual report at the AGM on 22 May 2019

Aesthetics Journal - Fitness to Practice

15 May 2019

Chair of the JCCP Professor David Sines explains how the organisation hopes to enforce protection and safety of patients through its Code of Practice

CLUED UP ON COSMETIC PROCEDURES

15 May 2019

We want to ensure that people who are considering cosmetic procedures have all the information they need ahead of making any decisions about their care.

WOMEN URGED TO GET THE FACTS BEFORE GOING UNDER THE NEEDLE

14 May 2019

Government launches campaign to make sure people know the risks of cosmetic procedures and where to find the information they need to make informed decisions about their care.

Cosmetic Procedures: Top Tips

10 May 2019

The Department of Health & Social Care have produced some top tips for members of the public looking to undertake a cosmetic procedure.

The JCCP and Transform have formed a partnership

02 May 2019

The JCCP has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with 'Transform' with the aim of working together to ensure that persons who seek cosmetic services from 'Transform' can be assured that their employees who meet the JCCP's Competence Standards are proficient practitione

BBC News - Cosmetic procedures: Firms warned over 'duty of care'

30 Apr 2019

Prof Powis, medical director at NHS England, wants professionals who provide procedures such as fillers and injections to join the new Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners.

Legislation: Education & Training Standards

24 Apr 2019

HEE STANDARDS ARE A THING OF THE PAST: Explaining how the new JCCP Competency Framework supersedes the HEE Education and Training Standards

Press Release 26: JCCP and Transform Announce Partnership

26 Mar 2019

The JCCP is delighted to announce its first major partnership with a national chain of clinics/hospitals providing non-surgical treatments – Transform.

Reflecting and looking forward: an update from the JCCP

13 Mar 2019

2018 saw much change and lively debate in the field of aesthetic medicine. In this article, David Sines, rounds up last year's work, and sets out key areas of focus for the group in 2019

Cosmetic Treatments and Lifestyle Therapies Roundtable - 15th February 2019

04 Mar 2019

The JCCP and the CQC jointly hosted a meeting of representatives from a range of organizations to explore and consider what is currently happening in the area of lifestyle choices and cosmetic interventions.

Press Release: House of Commons – Debate – Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

15 Feb 2019

House of Commons – Westminster Debate – 13/02/2019 – Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures: Regulation

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the HABIA and the JCCP

02 Jan 2019

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA) and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP).

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the NMC and the JCCP

14 Dec 2018

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP)

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the GDC and the JCCP

14 Dec 2018

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the General Dental Council (GDC)and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP)

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the GPhC and the JCCP

14 Dec 2018

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP)

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the RPS and the JCCP

14 Dec 2018

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP)

Memorandum of Understanding between the SQA Accreditation and the JCCP

14 Dec 2018

Memorandum of Understanding agreed between the SQA Accreditation and the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP)

JCCP Press Release 22 Policy Statement - JCCP Registers

14 Dec 2018

Press Release 22: JCCP Policy Statement – JCCP Registers - December 2018

JCCP Announces Appointment of New Trustees

08 Nov 2018

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – Announces Appointment of New Trustees

A memorandum of understanding between the JCCP and the NMC

15 Oct 2018

A memorandum of understanding between the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

Press Release 14 - JCCP launches Education and Training Register and new Competence Framework

24 Sep 2018

Press Release 14 Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – New JCCP Competency Framework for Aesthetic Practice supersedes HEE standards.

Press Release 15 - JCCP Announces First Wave of Approved Education and Training Provider Organisations

24 Sep 2018

Press Release 15- Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – Announces First Wave of Approved Education and Training Provider Organisations.

Register Criteria

09 Aug 2018

Changes to the Practitioner Register

05 Aug 2018

Changes to the Practitioner Register - Statement on Entry to Part Two of the JCCP Register – Non-Clinical

JCCP Education and Training Events - London & Manchester April 2018

28 May 2018

JCCP Education and Training Events

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An introduction to the JCCP and CPSA: Sorting fact from fiction.

28 May 2018

Sorting fact from fiction.

A Memorandum of Understanding between the JCCP and the GMC

17 Apr 2018

A Memorandum of Understanding between the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) and the General Medical Council (GMC)

Practitioner Register - Statement on Categories of Membership

17 Apr 2018

JCCP Practitioner Register - Statement on Categories of Membership

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Independent quality mark for Cosmetic Practitioners - The JCCP

11 Apr 2018

Independent quality mark for Cosmetic Practitioners – The Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners

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JCCP awarded PSA Status

10 Apr 2018

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) awarded Professional Standards Authority (PSA) Status.

JCCP gets awarded Charitable Status

21 Mar 2018

JCCP awarded Charitable Status

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JCCP Education and Training Events - April 2018

09 Mar 2018

JCCP Training and Education Events

JCCP Statement 3rd March 2018

26 Feb 2018

JCCP Statement 3rd March 2018

JCCP Press Release – January 2018

16 Feb 2018

JCCP Registers Going Liveon the 1st March 2018

End of Year Report

16 Feb 2018

Establishing the JCCP – Grant from the Department of Health

Press Release 10th August 2017

29 Jan 2018

JCCP and CPSA confirm position on hair restoration surgery

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Health and Social Care Select Committee Report on the Impact of Body Image on Mental and Physical Health

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 13th July 2022

The British Beauty Council Webinar - The Future of Aesthetics

The Health & Care Act and the future licensing of aesthetic practitioners completing non-surgical cosmetic (aesthetic) procedures

Consulting Room: Your Aesthetic Partner - Volume 5: Issue 2

JCCP Meet the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Patient Safety and Primary Care, Maria Caulfield MP

Safety of non-surgical aesthetic treatments

The New Licencing Clause – Protecting Members of the Public

Notice of Annual General Meeting - 13th July 2022

Could this be the end of remote prescribing?

JCCP Guidance Statement – Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Procedures

Moving towards safer regulation - consideration of contemporary issues relating to Licensing and National Standard setting

Press Release 46 - JCCP and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) announce new partnership

Press Release 45 – Publication on Revised and Updated Guidance for Responsible Prescribing for Cosmetic Practitioners

Body image and mental health online course

Petition for Cosmetic Surgery and Non Surgical Aesthetic ads to display a risk logo

Energy-based Devices in the cosmetic sector

JCCP launches new website for Members of the General Public – JCCP & me

JCCP and The Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority (CPSA) Public Narrative

JCCP-CPSA Stakeholder Council Meeting - Monday 11th July 2022

Education and Training Webinar - 16.03.2022

Video promoting the amendment to the Health and Care Bill

House of Lords approves new National Licensing System for non-surgical treatments

Government to introduce licensing for non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England

JCCP calls for statutory regulation of high-risk cosmetic treatments

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) Confirms the Appointment of Key Opinion Leaders

Leading Clinic Group, SK:N, Partners with JCCP

JCCP and Hamilton Fraser affirm their Position Best Practice in Insuring Non-Surgical Practitioners

JCCP in Association with HF for Recommended Best Practice in Insuring Non-Surgical Practitioners

Press Release 48 - Prescribing unlicensed medicines in cosmetic procedures - Botulinum Toxins.

Urgent call for action to local MPs to support an amendment to the Health and Care Act

JCCP Reaffirms its Position on Safe Prescribing in the Aesthetics Sector

Beauty is in the eye of the investor

JCCP response – Should dermal fillers be reclassified as prescription only devices?

Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act

JCCP Statement - Changes to register

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) – new Corporate Membership Programme Launched

Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Act 2021

Amendment to the Health and Care Bill to improve the safety and regulation of cosmetic treatments

RPS Competency Framework for all Prescribers updated

CCR is back!

The JCCP welcomes MAP-IQ as a new Approved Education and Training Partner

BCAM Virtual Annual Conference 2021

Approval for GMC Specialist Registry Qualification for Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Registrants

ACE Group World & Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) Partnership

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 28.07.2021

JCCP Response to APPG on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing

All-Party Parliamentary Group on Beauty, Aesthetics and Wellbeing

New Guidance to Inform Choices About Cosmetic Procedures

Fillers, False Advertising and Intimidation - ‘The ugly side of the of the aesthetic training industry’

Notice of Annual General meeting

Practitioner Registrant Newsletter - June 2021

New Guidance on What Constitutes an Aesthetic ‘Medical’, ‘Medically-Related’ or ‘Cosmetic’ Procedure

What constitutes a medical, medically related or cosmetic procedure?

JCCP – Announces New Approved Awarding Organisation Qualifications – VTCT and OTHM.

Cosmetic regulation joint letter to Nadine Dorries MP

New Fast Track Assessment Centre in Association with Learna Announced

JCCP & the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

JCCP’s Response to GMC’s latest guidance - Good practice in prescribing and managing medicines & devices

Continues Preparation and Adaptation of Workplace and Practice during COVID-19

Updated JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s stages of lifting ‘Lock Down’ restrictions

JCCP 10-Point Plan for Safer Regulation in the Aesthetic Sector

JCCP Clinical Advisory Group (CAG)

Revised JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Third Wave ‘Lock Down’ Position

JCCP Clinical Advisory Group

JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Third ‘Lockdown’ Position - January 2021

The JCCP & the RSPH form a Memorandum of Understanding

Update Regarding the Review of the JCCP’s 2018 Changes to the Practitioner Register

Minutes of Annual General Meeting - 23/09/2020

New National Restrictions from 5 November

JCCP Statement on the UK Government’s Second Wave ‘Lock Down’ Position

Continued Preparation and Adaptation of Workplace and Practice During COVID-19