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Free Care certificate courses

If you’re looking to start a career in health and social care, a free Care Certificate course is a great first step. These courses cover the 15 core standards required for working in care roles across the NHS, care homes, domiciliary support, and more - making them ideal for aspiring healthcare assistants, support workers, and care staff.

On this page, you’ll find a wide range of free Care Certificate training options. Some courses include a free certificate of completion, while others offer access to a regulated qualification, such as a Level 2 Health & Social Care award. The type of certification you’ll receive depends on the course and provider, and some may include eligibility criteria, such as age or location, especially if government funding is involved. Be sure to check the course description carefully before enrolling.

Whether you’re completely new to care or looking to refresh your skills, these free Care Certificate courses can help you build essential knowledge in areas like safeguarding, infection control, person-centred care, and communication. 

Why choose a free Care Certificate course on Reed.co.uk?

  • Learn online for free with no upfront costs
  • Choose from courses offering certificates or regulated qualifications
  • Study key care topics from safeguarding to health and safety
  • Flexible self-paced learning to suit your schedule
  • Build skills and confidence to take the next step in your care career

Ready to get started? Browse the full selection of free Care Certificate courses below - or explore more options like free safeguarding courses or free health and social care courses.

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  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 8,382 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care will teach you about …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,850 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...of End of Life Care will give you the insight you need if you were to pursue a career in Health and Social Care. This would be particularly useful for job roles such as; Senior Care Worker (£17,000 to £27,000) Care Worker (£13,500 to £25,000) Care Home Manager (£25 …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Better understand Dementia Care.
    • 1,531 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Trending
    ...today, with this number expected to rise to over one million by 2025. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. It allows learners to develop in-depth knowledge …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to care for autistic people.
    • 18,750 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...guidance underpins support This Level 2 Autism Course can help with professional development and lead to careers in Education and Childcare. This is particularly useful for job roles such as; Teaching Assistant (£11,500 to £23,000 per year) Training officer (£15,000 to …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Behaviour that Challenges

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with materials and tutor support. Learn about Behaviour that Challenges
    • 13,600 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
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    ...If you choose to do this Level 2 Course in understanding behaviour that challenges, it could lead to careers in Education and Childcare. This is especially useful for careers like; Teaching Assistant (£11,500 to £23,000) Nursery Worker (£14,000 to £24,000) Learning …
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  • Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understanding end of life care.
    • 1,106 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    ...Understanding end of life care Communication during end of life care Assessment and care planning in end of life care Person-centred approaches to end of life care Care during the final hours of life and bereavement care This level 3 course in the Principles of End of Life Care can help with …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 6,151 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...responsibility to respond to domestic abuse or support those experiencing domestic abuse. This includes employers, teachers, health and social care workers and anyone involved in safeguarding vulnerable adults, children or young people. Understand domestic abuse Understand the signs and …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 5,219 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
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    ...high-quality care for those you work with. COURSE CONTENT Gives employees a high standard of learning Relevant to a variety of people and settings Provides assurance of well trained employees Improves your team’s understanding of learning disabilities Creates better preventative care This …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Care for peoples mental health
    • 44,588 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
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    ...transparent and open about mental health issues. Increasing the understanding of mental health among staff at all levels builds a culture of care and support. In this fully online course, you'll build an understanding of mental health problems and the support available in the workplace …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 8,641 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    ...people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for your personal life as …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 8,832 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    ...difficulties, including ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia. It's great for people working in a variety of sectors, such as healthcare, social care and education. The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with knowledge of a range of specific learning difficulties, such as …
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  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 1,200 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    ...course is for anyone who wants to work in the care sector or better their understanding of Mental Health conditions and is suitable for many roles. Upon completion of this course, you will receive the certificate in Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Keeping people you care for safe
    • 2,164 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...happens in people 65 and over. This course would be ideal for those looking to get into the Health and Social Care profession; Senior Care Worker (£17,000 to £27,000) Care Home Advocate (£18,000 to £30,000) Occupational Health Nurse (£22,000 to £45,000) ELIGIBILITY …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,223 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    If you work in care, it’s essential that you know about some of the most common health conditions faced by people in the UK. This level 2 course covers a variety of health conditions including dementia, strokes, sensory loss, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a …
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  • Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Autism.
    • 5,118 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...Please read the declaration on the enrolment form carefully before signing up. Learners can progress into a career in Childcare or Health and Social Care but the knowledge and understanding from the course is useful for many different roles. …
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  • Level 3 Course in Special Educational Needs (SEN)

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with funding available, study anytime with tutor support
    • 1,920 enquiries
    • Online
    • 15 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
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    ...with specific requirements The Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Special Educational Needs is aimed at professionals working in education or carrying out a caring role in a nursery setting, as a teaching assistant, within childcare or play work, and are looking to develop knowledge …
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  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

    Learning Curve Group
    • 5,239 enquiries
    • Online
    • 17 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    ...April 2021, anyone aged 24+ who wants to achieve their first full level 3 qualification, which is equivalent to an advanced technical certificate or diploma, or 2 full A levels, will be able to sign up to a fully-funded course. *Please note there is a £125 cancellation fee if …
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  • Telecoms & Fibre Engineer

    Aim2Learn
    Start a new career in Telecommunications
    • 25 enquiries
    • Classroom
    • 8 weeks · Full-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Popular
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    ...and maintaining IT hardware and equipment, software upgrades, fault diagnosis, and testing ICT systems. Health and safety in ICT, customer care. Once complete they achieve a valuable BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Professional Competence to Telecoms, opening doors to exciting career prospects …
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  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

    Creative Difference Training
    Fully Funded Online Course with CSSC Accreditation
    • Online
    • 5 days · Part-time
    • Professional certification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Trending
    ...contracts) or - Self-employed or - A full-time carer paid or non-paid (where there is capacity on existing courses) AND your annual basic salary must not exceed £34,333 per annum Gain a CSSC Accredited Green Belt Certification and Advance Your Lean Six Sigma Expertise Today …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Dementia Care
    • 6,886 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    ...Course in the Principles of Dementia Care, could lead to careers in Health and Social Care. The course would be particularly useful for job roles such as; Senior Care Worker (£17,000 to £27,000) Care Worker (£13,500 to £25,000) Care Home Managers (£25,000 to £55 …
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  • Level 3 Certificate Care and Management of Diabetes

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to manage Diabetes.
    • 1,611 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    ...diabetes can be managed by simple lifestyle changes. The Level 3 Certificate in Care and Management of Diabetes aims to increase understanding and awareness of diabetes, particularly for those working in the health and social care sector. Understand diabetes Diabetes in context The treatment …
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  • Level 3 Certificate Understanding Mental Health

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Mental Health.
    • 4,216 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    ...health crisis is becoming increasingly prevalent in the UK, with 1 in 4 adults experiencing a mental health problem every year. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health is designed to provide a greater awareness of mental health issues and the importance of mental well-being …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 9,885 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
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    ...accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguarding and the Prevent duty and how to include these principles in their day-to-day work practices. This level …
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  • Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support a more inclusive workplace
    • 3,553 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
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    Britain is a culturally diverse nation that respects and values the differences in people. Companies are legally required to follow a set of practices to tackle discrimination and ensure equality for their employees. If you want to learn about equality and diversity in different …
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Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Care certificate courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Care certificate courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Care certificate course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

A qualification can only be delivered by an awarding body which is regulated by a government body. The one you will most commonly see on site is OFQUAL, the government regulating body for England - but there is a different regulating body for each country in the United Kingdom, as well as the Republic of Ireland. Each regulating body maintains a list of the qualifications it regulates.

In addition to free Care certificate courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Care certificate courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Reed Courses advertises a variety of free online Care certificate courses. Alternatively you'll be able to enrol on an online Care certificate course of your choosing, and study entirely online. If you'd prefer an in-person learning experience, you could take a classroom Care certificate course where you'll be taught in a classroom at a given location. Reed Courses also advertises distance learning courses and in-company Care certificate courses from a variety of learning providers.
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