Guidance for professionals
The filter and search function on this page allows you to refine down the full list of guidance that we provide for professionals to find specific items. Common searches for the HTA codes of practice and standards, licensing, fees and inspection information or for specific information for each of our regulated sectors can be found using the menu items above.
On this page you will find information on the licensing requirments under the Human Tissue Act 2004.
Position statement on the acceptance of donor consent for anatomical examination
Guidance about the HTA seeking patient identifiable information on inspection or when investigating complaints
HTA position statement on storage of human material for teaching by schools and colleges
What satellite premises are and who is responsible for managing any HTA-licensed satellite premises.
Position statement on the disposal of anatomical specimens, former anatomical specimens and body parts (including those that have been imported).
Licence application guidance
On this page you can download the model consent forms and the authorisation for loan form.
This section contains guidance about when an HTA licence is required and which application form you need to complete.
Information for anatomy schools, including anatomy forms, consent forms and bequeathal booklets