Accreditation
Accreditation standards
These are the standards we apply to every application. They are deliberately plain: a provider should be able to see exactly what has been checked before a consultant appears on the register.
Standard 1 — Identity and right to work
Photo identification and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
Standard 2 — History and references
A five-year employment history with any gaps explained, plus two professional references covering recent care sector work.
Standard 3 — Suitability
Evidence of a current DBS check appropriate to the work carried out.
Standard 4 — Insurance
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance held for the duration of membership.
Standard 5 — Competence
- Demonstrable experience in the sectors and specialisms claimed on the profile
- Relevant qualifications or registration where the work requires it
- Honest declaration of the limits of their expertise
Standard 6 — Conduct
Agreement to our Code of Conduct, including honesty about likely outcomes, confidentiality, safeguarding duties and clear written terms.
Maintaining accreditation
- Keep an active membership subscription
- Tell us immediately if insurance, DBS or conduct circumstances change
- Re-evidence checks on request
- Cooperate with any complaint investigation