CORU Recognition: Regulating Health and Social Care Professionals in Ireland

What is CORU?

CORU is Ireland’s multi-profession health regulator, responsible for overseeing health and social care professionals to ensure high standards of practice.

Website: CORU.ie
Email: [email protected]

Professions Currently Regulated by CORU:

• Dietitians
• Dispensing Opticians
• Medical Scientists
• Occupational Therapists
• Optometrists
• Physical Therapists
• Physiotherapists
• Podiatrists/Chiropodists
• Radiographers
• Radiation Therapists
• Social Workers
• Speech and Language Therapists

Professions Soon to be Regulated:

• Clinical Biochemists
• Counsellors
• Orthoptists
• Psychologists
• Psychotherapists
• Social Care Workers

Note: Only graduates can apply for CORU registration; diploma candidates are not eligible. Applicants who have completed their healthcare qualification in English are exempt from English language proficiency tests (IELTS, OET, etc.).

Steps for CORU Recognition Process

Step 1: Qualification Recognition

This step assesses whether your qualification meets Irish standards.

Down load the registration guidelines given in the site. Go through the file and arrange all requested docuemnts.

Step 2: Apply for Registration

Application Process:

1. Read Guidelines – Understand requirements and timelines.
2. Apply for Qualification Recognition under the “International Qualification” section.
3. Check Standards of Proficiency & Placement Criteria for your profession.
4. Select Your Specialty – If listed, proceed to the CORU online recognition system.
5. Create an Account – Sign up and log in to the CORU online recognition system.
6. Dashboard Access – Manage account details, application forms, documentation, checklists, payment details, and application status.

Documents Required (All must be clear, color-scanned copies):

• Passport (front and back page)
• Passport-size photo
• Name change certificate (if applicable)
• Declaration form
• Primary Qualification Documents:
  • Certificate of award (English)
  • Course curriculum document (English)
  • Official transcript (English)
  • Qualification form (downloaded from the CORU system)
• Evidence of eligibility to practice in the country of qualification (experience certificate)
• Registration certificate from the licensing council (in English)
• Additional experience certificates (if available)

English Language Requirement

If the qualification was studied in English, no IELTS/OET is needed.

Application Steps:

1. Fill in personal and professional details.
2. Provide proof of eligibility to practice in your home country.
3. Enter primary qualification details.
4. Upload required documents.
5. Complete verification forms from respective authorities and send them to CORU.
6. Enter research project details (if applicable).
7. Provide clinical training and placement details.
8. Internship details (if applicable).
9. Upload additional postgraduate qualification details (if any).
10. Upload declaration form.
11. Make a payment of €410 for recognition.

Processing Time:

• The recognition process takes 4-5 months.
• If approved, you will receive a decision letter via email.
• Registration must be completed within one month.
• Registration fee: €100.
• You will receive a registration number upon completion.

Job Application in Ireland

Once registered, you can start job hunting.

Job Portals:

• HSE (Health Service Executive) Jobs: Click here
• Private Sector Jobs: Click here

Hiring Process:

1. Employers send you an application form.
2. Complete and return the form.
3. If shortlisted, you will have an online interview.
4. Upon selection, employers issue a Critical Skills Work Visa.
5. Travel to Ireland with the approved visa.

Need Assistance with CORU Registration?

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