Before you apply, you will need to:
- be clear about the application you are making
- understand the requirements of the legislation
- be able to explain and show how you will follow the regulations.
Services for people with learning disabilities and/or autism
You must read our guidance on applying to provide services for people with learning disabilities and/or autism. We encourage you to talk to us about your ideas before you apply.
Services providing personal care
Before you apply check you can demonstrate that you meet the requirements.
Providing ambulance services
The type of vehicle you use determines whether you need to register with us. Check if you need to register your ambulance service.
You must have specific pieces of information ready before you apply:
- Disclosure and Barring Service checks countersigned by CQC
- your statement of purpose
- all supporting documents requested.
It can take weeks for you to compile and organise this information. You should factor this into your planning from the outset.
When we assess your application you will need to attend interviews and answer questions. Your buildings must be ready when our inspector makes their registration site visit. Your nominated individual and proposed registered manager (if you need one) will also need to be involved.
Pre-application advice
After you have read this application guidance: if you have any further questions about an application you intend to make, contact us.
Tell us:
- you want pre-application registration advice
- the type of activity (service) you intend to register for
- where you and the service will be based (town/country/region)
We will respond within 3 working days.