A comprehensive and authoritative reference on the principles and processes for regulating healthcare professionals In Foundations of the Regulation of Healthcare Professionals, renowned international regulator Dr Marc Seale delivers an authoritative discussion on the foundations of the regulation of healthcare professionals, including competence, fitness to practice, professionalism, standards of education, training, and risk, while providing a thorough analysis of how these elements work together and evolve. This comprehensive reference work examines all components of the regulation of healthcare professionals, providing clear definitions and analysis lacking in the existing literature on the subject, and offers a practical guide for understanding a complex regulatory landscape. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to regulation, risk, and a framework for regulating healthcare professionalsComprehensive explorations of standards, guidance, and definitions of safe and effective practicePractical discussions of how to regulate healthcare professionals, including the necessary legal principles and processesComplete treatments of regulatory practices around the UK, with comparative examples that highlight differences and similarities between jurisdictions Perfect for professors, teachers, and educators of healthcare students, Foundations of the Regulation of Healthcare Professionals will also benefit healthcare students, consumer advocacy organisations, healthcare employers, professional associations, lawmakers and regulators.