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Care Home
See the additional supporting documents required when applying to register a care home.
View Care Home Requirements →Our CQC Registration Services
CQC Registration Services for New Care Providers
Applying to register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) requires careful preparation and the right supporting documentation.
At Care Compliance Expert, we support new and prospective care providers with preparing for CQC registration, including policies, procedures and supporting documents.
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We help care providers prepare the core documents, understand expectations and approach their application with more clarity and confidence.
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Policies and procedures preparation
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Supporting documents
Documents New Provider Applicants Need to Submit
CQC requires new provider applicants to submit a number of supporting documents as part of their registration application.
Explore our CQC policy packages for domiciliary care, supported living and care homes to see how policy resources fit into your registration preparation.
Documents Required From Provider Applicants
- •Building Control Final Certificate (where applicable)
- •Complaints Policy
- •Consent Policy and Procedure
- •Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Policy
- •Governance and Quality Assurance Policies
- •Infection Prevention and Control Policy
- •Medicines Management and Prescribing Policy (including transportation of patient medication)
- •Public and Employer Liability Insurance Quote or Certificate
- •Recruitment Policy
- •Safeguarding Policy and Procedure
- •Statement of Purpose
Financial Viability Statement
A Financial Viability Statement may also be required.
According to CQC guidance, you do not need to submit a Financial Viability Statement if you are:
- •a corporate provider
- •an NHS trust
- •a care home
- •a home care / domiciliary care agency
- •a supported living service (SLS)
Service-specific requirements
Additional Documents for Your Service
The documents listed above are the core supporting documents for provider applicants.
You may also need to provide additional documents depending on the type of service you are applying to register.
Choose your service below to see the additional requirements.
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Home Care / Domiciliary Care
See the additional supporting documents required when applying to register a home care or domiciliary care agency.
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Supported Living
See the additional supporting documents required when applying to register a supported living service.
View Supported Living Requirements →Need help with your CQC registration?
Care Compliance Expert can support you with preparing your CQC registration documentation and getting your application ready for submission.
Speak to us if you want clearer guidance, stronger documents and practical support before you submit your application.