Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education (CACHE) awarding body

What we're all about

At CACHE, we are continually investing in high quality qualifications for the care and education industry, making us the UK’s leading sector specialist. Developed by experts, our qualifications help millions of learners raise professional standards across the sector. As a result, we’ve gained a deserved reputation for excellence and leadership.

Our Heritage   

CACHE was established in 1945 by the Ministry of Health under the name of the National Nursery Examination Board (NNEB).  The board set the syllabus for the first national examination which took place in 1947. In 1994 the NNEB merged with the Council for Early Years Awards to form CACHE.  In 2001 we incorporated the National Association for Maternal and Child Welfare and in 2015 we became part of NCFE. Over the years we have continually invested in high quality qualifications. Written and developed by experts, they have helped millions of learners across the world to raise professional standards, earning us a reputation for excellence and leadership across the sector.  Our continued dedication to those who care for children, young people and adults means that our qualifications will continue to meet the needs of a modern workforce.