Concerns & Complaints
Te Poari Kamātai Hinengaro o Aotearoa | New Zeald Psychologists Board responds to concerns that a health practitioner may be putting public safety at risk.
Anyone can raise a concern about a health practitioner. These complaints are part of the system for keeping patients and the public safe.
We will act when the public is at risk.
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Making a Complaint or Raising a Concern
By law, registered health practitioners, employers and education providers must make a complaint in some circumstances.
How Does NZPB Manage Complaints & Concerns?
Our goal is to manage risk to public safety while supporting safe and professional practice. The types of actions taken vary related to the assessed risk.
Has a Concern Been Raised About You?
I’m a registered health practitioner or student and a concern has been raised about me. What does this mean?
Possible Outcomes from Complaints
There are a number of possible outcomes from raising a complaint or concern.
Reporting a Criminal Offence
Do I need to tell the police? Violence, sexual assault and serious misconduct.
Further Information & Frequently Asked Questions
I want to know where to go to for further information and support.
Professional Conduct Committee Information
I want to know more about the Professional Conduct Committee
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