{"product_id":"care-certificate-course","title":"Care Certificate","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe, compassionate care depends on workers understanding their responsibilities before they begin carrying out tasks independently. Gaps in induction can lead to inconsistent care, communication failures, missed safeguarding concerns, unsafe working practices and uncertainty about professional boundaries. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Certificate course\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides structured online learning for people who want to build the foundational knowledge needed for responsible work in health and social care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course helps learners understand care roles, ethical responsibilities, equality, person-centred communication, infection prevention, physical care, mental health awareness, safeguarding and professional development. It is suitable as introductory learning, knowledge preparation or refresher training for individuals and organisations using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Certificate online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e education to strengthen workplace readiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis GSA programme supports knowledge development across important themes connected with the Care Certificate standards. Formal achievement of the official standards requires learners to demonstrate both what they know and what they can do through suitable workplace assessment and employer sign-off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is the Care Certificate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Care Certificate is a set of introductory standards defining the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected in specific health and social care roles. It was created for workers such as healthcare assistants, care workers and support workers who need a consistent foundation for delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe framework was developed jointly by Skills for Care, NHS England and Skills for Health. It was refreshed in March 2025 and now contains 16 standards, including a new standard covering awareness of learning disability and autism. The standards can be used to structure induction and assess whether workers are prepared to perform their responsibilities appropriately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course introduces core subjects associated with care practice, including duty of care, equality, communication, dignity, nutrition, safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention, information handling and reflective professional development. It provides valuable knowledge preparation but does not itself complete the employer-observed assessment required for formal Care Certificate sign-off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Care Certificate Course For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course is designed for learners who need a clear and practical introduction to responsible care practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course is suitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew care assistants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who need foundational knowledge before or alongside workplace induction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthcare assistants and healthcare support workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seeking structured learning on safe, compassionate care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who need to understand duty of care, safeguarding, communication and person-centred practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomiciliary and home care workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e supporting people in their own homes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidential and nursing care staff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who need greater confidence in everyday care responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonal assistants and reablement workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e supporting independence, dignity and individual choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCareer changers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e preparing to enter health or social care for the first time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExisting care workers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who want to refresh their understanding of professional responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupervisors and team leaders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e who need a clear overview of the knowledge expected from new care staff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare providers and employers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seeking consistent online foundation training for employees or induction cohorts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does a Care Certificate Course Cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Certificate course online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e covers the knowledge learners need to approach care work responsibly and professionally. It begins with care roles, accountability and ethical conduct before examining equality, human rights, communication, dignity and person-centred support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners then explore infection prevention, workplace hazards, secure information handling, nutrition, hydration, personal hygiene, manual handling and basic life support awareness. Later modules address mental health, dementia, adult and child safeguarding, holistic care planning, reflective practice and career development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course is structured around seven modules. The detailed curriculum provided below explains every lesson and assessment stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearners whose responsibilities require more detailed study of hygiene, transmission risks and safe care environments may also find \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/globalsafetyacademy.net\/products\/url-slug\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe Infection Prevention \u0026amp; Control (IPC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e course relevant to their professional development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurriculum Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"77\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain focus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare roles, responsibilities, accountability and professional ethics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRights, equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunication, active listening and person-centred care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealth, safety, infection prevention and secure information handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNutrition, hydration, hygiene, manual handling and basic life support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMental health, dementia and safeguarding responsibilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModule 7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolistic care planning, workplace procedures, reflection and career growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Are the 15 Standards for the Care Certificate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe search question \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“what are the 15 standards for the Care Certificate?”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e refers to the previous version of the framework. Since the March 2025 update, the current Care Certificate contains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not 15.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe current standards are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstand your role\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour personal development\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuty of care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEquality, diversity, inclusion and human rights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork in a person-centred way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivacy and dignity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFluids and nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwareness of mental health and dementia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult safeguarding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafeguarding children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic life support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealth and safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandling information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInfection prevention and control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwareness of learning disability and autism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course addresses many of these core themes through its supplied seven-module curriculum. It should be used as knowledge development and preparation rather than presented as evidence that every official assessment criterion has been completed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Does Care Certificate Training Matter in Care Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare workers regularly make decisions that affect people’s safety, dignity, privacy and wellbeing. Effective introductory training helps workers understand what they are responsible for, when to seek assistance and how to follow agreed workplace procedures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafer and more consistent care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkers who understand communication, infection prevention, safeguarding and health and safety are better prepared to recognise risks and follow appropriate procedures. Training can also help reduce uncertainty when responding to unfamiliar or sensitive situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClearer professional accountability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare workers need to understand the limits of their role, follow agreed ways of working and report concerns through the correct channels. This protects the people receiving care while helping workers avoid acting outside their competence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStronger induction and supervision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn England, Care Quality Commission guidance associated with Regulation 18 states that providers must operate induction programmes that prepare staff for their roles. Workers should receive suitable training, supervision and professional development, and should remain supervised where appropriate until they demonstrate the required competence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter evidence of workforce competence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCQC guidance also expects providers employing healthcare assistants and social care support workers to maintain systems for assessing competence before employees work unsupervised. The Care Certificate standards are identified as an appropriate framework for assessing those workers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduced organisational risk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeak induction can contribute to poor documentation, inconsistent care, preventable incidents, unresolved safeguarding concerns and reduced confidence among employees. Structured training helps organisations communicate baseline expectations and identify areas requiring further practical instruction or supervision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy completing this course, learners can build stronger professional awareness, practical confidence and readiness for employer-led training. It provides an accessible foundation for understanding care responsibilities while supporting further workplace development, assessment and career progression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Global Safety Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54230475014483,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/8591\/0099\/files\/Care_Certificate.webp?v=1783492531","url":"https:\/\/globalsafetyacademy.net\/products\/care-certificate-course","provider":"Global Safety Academy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}