Care Certificate Learner Journey: Your Supported 8-Week Programme with Achievers Training College
Learn • Develop • Achieve
A supported 8-week Care Certificate learning programme for individuals developing their career in health and social care.
Programme overview
Achievers Training College provides a structured and supported Care Certificate learning programme designed to help learners build essential knowledge, develop confidence and prepare for safe, effective and person-centred care.
The programme combines:
- Eight weeks of supported learning
- One online teaching session each week
- Highfield e-learning and learning resources, where applicable
- Guided learning and tutor support
- Progress monitoring throughout the programme
- Opportunities to ask questions and discuss learning
- Support with understanding and completing the requirements applicable to the programme
The current Care Certificate framework includes 16 standards covering the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of health and social care support workers. The Care Certificate is an employer-led induction framework. It is not, by itself, a regulated qualification.
Depending on the learner’s role and programme arrangements, workplace evidence, practical assessment, observation or other completion requirements may also apply.
Important information: Fees, delivery arrangements, Highfield access, completion or certification documentation, assessment arrangements and applicable terms must be confirmed directly with Achievers Training College before enrolment. Highfield e-learning access is provided where applicable.
Who is this programme for?
The supported Care Certificate programme may be suitable for:
- Individuals who are new to health and social care
- Aspiring care workers and support workers
- Healthcare assistants beginning their professional journey
- Existing care workers who need structured development
- Learners seeking a clear introduction to the Care Certificate standards
- Employers supporting staff induction and workforce development
You do not need to already hold a Care Certificate to make an enquiry. ATC will discuss your circumstances, learning needs and the requirements of the programme with you.
Your 12-stage Care Certificate learner journey
1. Make an enquiry
Begin by contacting Achievers Training College to ask about the supported Care Certificate programme.
The ATC team will provide information about the programme, explain the next steps and help you understand whether the learning route is suitable for your needs.
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2. Complete your application
Complete the Care Certificate Registration and Enrolment Form.
You may be asked to provide:
- Personal and contact details
- Employment information
- Previous care experience
- Previous training and qualifications
- Learning preferences
- Learning support or reasonable adjustment requirements
Please provide accurate and complete information so that ATC can understand how best to support you.
3. Pay the initial £55
An initial payment of £55 is required with your application.
The completed application and initial payment must be received before ATC can proceed with the enrolment process.
4. Agree your payment plan
The total programme fee is £155. After the initial payment, the remaining balance is paid through two monthly payments of £50.
The full payment arrangements and applicable terms should be confirmed with ATC before enrolment.
5. Application review
Once ATC has received your completed application and initial payment, the application will be reviewed.
ATC may contact you if further information is needed, including:
- Supporting documents
- Clarification about your application
- Details about your previous learning
- Information about learning support or reasonable adjustments
This review helps ensure that the programme arrangements are understood before learning begins.
6. Enrolment confirmation
Once the review and enrolment arrangements are complete, ATC will confirm your place.
You will receive information about:
- Your learner status
- Programme arrangements
- Online teaching sessions
- Learning access
- Completion requirements
- How to contact ATC for support
7. Access your learning
Where Highfield e-learning is included, ATC will provide the relevant access information and instructions.
Your login details are personal to you. Keep them secure and do not share your username or password with anyone else.
If you have difficulty accessing your learning, contact ATC promptly so that support can be provided.
8. Begin the supported 8-week programme
The programme is delivered over eight weeks, with structured learning and ongoing support from Achievers Training College.
Learners are expected to engage with online resources, complete learning activities and attend the scheduled teaching sessions.
The programme is designed to support steady progress through the relevant Care Certificate knowledge and development requirements.
9. Attend weekly online teaching
Learners attend one online teaching session each week for eight weeks.
These sessions are designed to help you:
- Explore relevant Care Certificate standards
- Develop your understanding of health and social care
- Discuss key topics with your tutor
- Ask questions and clarify difficult areas
- Connect learning to your role and practice
- Strengthen your confidence in applying knowledge
Active participation is encouraged throughout the programme.
10. Receive learning support and progress monitoring
ATC provides guidance throughout the programme.
Support may include help with:
- Understanding what you need to complete
- Accessing online learning
- Responding to feedback
- Identifying your next steps
- Understanding outstanding requirements
- Maintaining progress through the programme
Your progress will be monitored so that additional support can be considered where appropriate.
11. Complete the requirements applicable to your programme
You must complete the requirements that apply to your individual programme.
These may include online learning, guided activities, written work, knowledge checks, reflective evidence, workplace evidence, practical observation or other assessment arrangements.
ATC will explain the requirements that apply to you. Completion depends on meeting those requirements within the applicable arrangements.
12. Successful completion and documentation
Once the applicable requirements have been completed and accepted, your completion will be recorded in accordance with the programme and certification arrangements.
ATC will provide information about the completion documentation available to you and any next steps.
The Care Certificate is an induction framework rather than a regulated qualification. Any documentation issued, and the basis on which it is issued, should be confirmed with ATC before enrolment.
Programme and payment summary
| Programme detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Supported Care Certificate learning programme |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Online teaching | One session each week |
| Delivery | Online or blended learning, as applicable |
| Learning resources | Highfield e-learning and other resources, where applicable |
| Support | Guided learning, tutor support and progress monitoring |
| Total programme fee | £155 |
| Initial application payment | £55 |
| Monthly payment 1 | £50 |
| Monthly payment 2 | £50 |
Payment reminder: The initial £55 payment is required with your application before the enrolment process can begin. Confirm the current fees, payment plan and terms with ATC before submitting your application.
Your journey at a glance
1. Enquire
Find out about the programme.
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2. Apply
Complete the registration and enrolment form.
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3. Pay £55
Make the initial payment with your application.
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4. Application review
ATC reviews your information.
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5. Enrolment confirmation
Receive your programme information.
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6. Access learning
Receive Highfield access where applicable.
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7. Start the 8-week programme
Begin your supported learning journey.
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8. Attend weekly teaching
Join one online session each week.
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9. Complete learning activities
Work through the requirements applicable to your programme.
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10. Receive support
Ask questions and review your progress.
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11. Complete requirements
Submit or demonstrate the required evidence.
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12. Receive completion information
Learn about your completion documentation and next steps.
Learner responsibilities
Learners are expected to:
- Provide accurate information during application
- Attend the weekly online teaching sessions
- Access and complete learning activities
- Keep login details secure
- Read and follow programme instructions
- Ask for help when support is needed
- Respond to tutor guidance and feedback
- Complete the requirements applicable to their programme
- Communicate promptly if circumstances affect participation
- Confirm any questions about fees, assessment or documentation with ATC
Consistent engagement supports effective learning, steady progress and professional development.
Support available from ATC
Achievers Training College is committed to providing clear, structured and supportive learning.
Support may include:
- Programme guidance before enrolment
- Information, advice and guidance
- Online teaching and tutor explanation
- Help with accessing learning resources
- Progress monitoring
- Clarification of learning requirements
- Guidance on feedback and outstanding work
- Information about further training and progression
ATC delivers health and social care education through flexible routes designed to support learners, employers and the wider care workforce. Explore the Care Certificate programme and How to Apply for further information.
Progression after the Care Certificate
The Care Certificate can provide a valuable foundation for continued development. After, or alongside, relevant learning and workplace experience, learners may wish to consider a Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or a relevant Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care pathway.
Progression is subject to entry requirements, programme suitability, funding arrangements and the learner’s experience. A Level 3 pathway may support further development in areas such as:
- Person-centred care
- Safeguarding and duty of care
- Communication
- Professional practice
- Leadership and responsibility
- Workplace competence
- Career progression in adult social care
Explore ATC’s Health and Social Care Diplomas and speak with the team about your next development step.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Care Certificate a regulated qualification?
No. The Care Certificate is an employer-led induction framework. It sets out standards for knowledge, skills and behaviours in health and social care. It is not, by itself, a regulated qualification.
How long is the ATC supported programme?
The supported programme is delivered over eight weeks, with one online teaching session each week. Individual completion may depend on engagement, evidence and the requirements applicable to the learner’s programme.
Do I need to already hold a Care Certificate?
No. You do not need to already hold a Care Certificate to make an enquiry or apply. ATC will discuss the programme and next steps with you.
Is Highfield e-learning included?
Highfield e-learning and access instructions are provided where applicable. Confirm the learning resources and access arrangements with ATC before enrolment.
How much does the programme cost?
The total programme fee is £155. This comprises an initial £55 payment with the application, followed by two monthly payments of £50.
What happens after I apply?
ATC reviews your application and may request further information. Once the application and enrolment arrangements are complete, ATC will confirm your place and provide programme information.
What must I complete?
You must complete the requirements applicable to your programme. These may include online learning, activities, knowledge checks, evidence and, where relevant, workplace or practical assessment.
Can I progress to a Level 3 Diploma?
Potentially. Learners may consider a Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or a relevant Level 3 Adult Care pathway after or alongside suitable development. Entry requirements and programme suitability must be confirmed with ATC.
Ready to start your Care Certificate journey?
If you are ready to Learn • Develop • Achieve, contact Achievers Training College for current programme information, fees, delivery arrangements and enrolment guidance.
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