Who can apply
Training providers, in-house training teams, care groups and individual trainers delivering CPD to people working in UK social care.
That's who the proposed route is for. There's no commitment to enquire.
The five steps
This is the draft route. Each stage below describes what we propose, with timings still to confirm.
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Enquire
You'd register your interest. The draft proposes a reply within a few working days.
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Apply
You'd send your course materials and provider details. The draft estimate is one to two weeks to gather them.
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The course review
Review
We'd check everything against the proposed CareCPD standard.
[X] weeksReview turnaround, to confirm
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Decision
The proposed outcomes are approved, approved with conditions, or not approved. Each would come with reasons.
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Issue certificates
After approval, your learners would receive certificates with unique codes that anyone can verify.
What to prepare
The proposed application would ask for these materials.
- Course outline and learning outcomes
- How learners are assessed
- Trainer CVs or profiles
- A sample certificate
- Your process for reviewing and updating content
- Your complaints and learner support arrangements
What it costs
The proposal prices provider approval, per-course accreditation and annual renewal separately. We'd confirm the total before you commit.
[Pricing to confirm: provider approval £X, per course £X per year, renewal £X.]
What you get
Under the proposal, approval would include:
- The CareCPD seal for approved courses
- Certificates that can be verified in seconds
- A listing as an approved provider
- Guidance from a team that works only in care
Questions providers ask
Can we accredit e-learning?
Under the proposal, yes, if learners have to demonstrate understanding.
Can an individual trainer apply?
Yes. The proposed route includes individual trainers delivering CPD in UK social care.
What if we are not approved?
You'd get the reasons and could reapply once you'd addressed them.