How we work with other Associations

The HPCA is one of many essential professional associations functioning like a cog in the intricate machinery of support for Health and Social Care.
Patients and service users in the UK benefit from the expertise of clinical professionals and the dedication of business, operations, and administration professionals. This essential workforce of approximately 250,000 staff ensures the daily delivery of services, the smooth running of hospitals and facilities, and the continuous improvements and innovations needed now and in the future.
These professions are supported by charitable and not-for-profit associations that provide consistency, standards, communities of practice, education and training, CPD events, and career development.
Collectively, these associations offer the core management and specialist skills necessary to ensure value for money and efficient delivery of health and care services, ultimately benefiting health outcomes and quality of life of patients and the public.
The Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA)

Is the professional association for finance staff in the NHS and wider healthcare community. For over 70 years, it has provided resources and expert guidance to support its members and the wider healthcare finance community.

The Health Estates and Facilities Management Association (HEFMA)

For over 25 years the Health Estates and Facilities Management Association (HEFMA) has been representing estates and facilities management within the NHS across England. Our members are responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of all hospitals within an NHS Trust, including maintenance and support services.

The Healthcare People Management Association (HPMA)

Is the professional voice of people professionals in health and care.
Established 50 years ago, they now have over 5,000 members ranging from HR directors and deputy directors through to trusts and CCGs.

#Proud2bOps

Is a national network that Energises, Connects and Develops Operational Managers and Leaders working within provider health and care organisations, including; community, acute, primary, mental health, independent, voluntary and ambulance sectors.

Federation for Informatics Professionals

FEDIP is the Federation for Informatics Professionals in Health and Social Care, a collaboration between the leading professional bodies in health and care informatics supporting the development of the informatics profession.

The Health Care Supply Association (HCSA)

The Health Care Supply Association is dedicated to developing, supporting and celebrating the work of all healthcare procurement and supply chain professionals in support of one NHS.

TEDxNHS

Is a volunteer-led TEDx event that celebrates and shares ideas worth spreading from across the NHS and wider health and care community, inspiring positive change through storytelling, innovation, and collaboration.