> Funding: LDSS (100% contribution to be reclaimed)
The Care Certificate is a nationally recognised foundation programme for individuals working in adult social care. It is designed to build the essential knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care. The programme introduces learners to the core standards expected within the care sector, forming a strong base for professional practice.
Learners cover key areas such as safeguarding, duty of care, effective communication, dignity and respect, equality and inclusion, health and safety, and infection prevention and control. All training is directly linked to the workplace, allowing learners to apply their knowledge in real-life care settings and ensuring the learning remains practical, relevant and meaningful.
The course is delivered through a blended learning approach that combines one-to-one support, structured learning activities and opportunities for peer engagement. This flexible model offers consistent guidance while fitting around work commitments. The programme supports both new starters and existing staff, helping to improve confidence, competence and professionalism while promoting high-quality care delivery and workforce stability.
Employers benefit from care staff who are consistently trained, confident in their responsibilities and able to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care from the outset.
Employers benefit from staff who:
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This course is for individuals working in adult social care who are new to their role or require formal recognition of core care knowledge and practice.
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This course supports delivery of care in line with adult social care standards and regulatory expectations, promoting safe, ethical and person-centred practice.
This course is ideal for:
Typical Job Roles Include:
This course is suitable for employers operating in:
Throughout the programme, learners are supported to:
This ensures apprentices approach the End Point Assessment with confidence and clarity.
This means you can recruit with a clear development route in mind from day one.
Many of our apprentices go on to secure permanent roles, promotions and long-term career progression within their organisations.
Receive a £1,000 incentive when you recruit an apprentice aged 16–18, or 19–24 with an EHCP or care leaver status.
Employers are exempt from paying National Insurance Contributions for apprentices under 25, provided they earn under the Upper Secondary Threshold.
Training costs are typically 95–100% government funded for non-levy paying employers — making apprenticeships significantly more cost-effective than traditional recruitment.
Apprenticeships improve retention, engagement and progression. You build capability tailored to your business from day one.
We review your role for apprenticeship alignment and suitability.
Support you in refining the job description if needed to attract the right candidates.
We advertise and promote your vacancy across our candidate network.
We screen and shortlist candidates based on your requirements.
We guide you through the onboarding and funding process end-to-end.
We don’t take you out of your role — we develop you within it.
Our programmes are designed for people already in work, helping you build the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to perform at a higher level. Everything you learn is applied directly to your day-to-day responsibilities, so the impact is immediate, practical and measurable.
From enrolment through to completion, we support both you and your employer to ensure the training delivers real value.