Health and care regulators issue joint statement on AI in professional education

Six UK health and care regulators have published a joint statement, developed by the education inter‑regulatory group (IRG), setting out a shared position on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within approved health and care education programmes. The statement recognises AI’s potential to enhance learning while emphasising the need to manage risks to academic integrity and patient safety.

Key principles

• Accountability: Providers must be transparent about where and how AI is used and make clear that learners remain responsible for their work.
• Academic integrity: Assessment methods must remain reliable and valid so learners continue to meet professional standards.
• AI literacy: Staff and learners should be supported to use AI ethically and critically, in line with data protection and equality obligations.
• Preparation for practice: Education should equip learners to use AI safely, explain its use to patients or service users, and adapt to emerging technologies throughout their careers.

Purpose and impact

The statement is designed to complement existing sector guidance and clarify regulatory expectations. It aims to reduce duplication and inconsistent approaches for programmes approved by multiple regulators, giving education providers a consistent framework for integrating AI responsibly.

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