Health therapists fined after admitting qualifications not recognised in Ireland

Lisa O’Driscoll, 38, of Ardcahon Way, Coolkellure, Lehenaghmore, Cork and Emma Power, 30, of Clonlea, Mount Oval Rochestown Cork both pleaded guilty to six sample charges.Ms O’Driscoll pleaded guilty to using the title speech and language therapist whilst Ms Power also entered a guilty plea to using the title occupational therapist.

The two women received their qualifications and were registered in the UK. However, they were not registered in Ireland. Every day we'll send you a roundup e-mail of all the latest news. Local Irish news, UK and international news, local and national Sport and entertainment news , all in one handy e-mail.

She said her clients had been vilified on social media. They have no plans to return to their line of work.

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