Registration and Regulation - Introduction

Registration with the NISCC recognises a social care worker’s commitment to providing quality services for those who need it most. It shows that they are suitably trained, professional in their practice and accountable for the work they do. Registered workers must meet the agreed standards in their conduct and practice set out in the NISCC Code of Practice. NISCC has developed Registration Rules and Conduct Rules which ensure that we register and regulate the workforce in a fair and robust manner. Service Users, workers and employers can be confident that the workforce has recognised standards of training, conduct and practice. This means that the small number of workers who bring the profession into disrepute by providing poor practice, or by behaving inappropriately, will be investigated by the NISCC.

NISCC is registering social care workers in phases according to job role. The social care workforce includes people working in a range of job roles, providing, managing or supplying personal care and support to individuals, families and communities. NISCC is working with employers to inform and support workers applying for registration. Select one of the sections below to find out more about workforce registration and regulation. You can also contact the NISCC Registration Team for advice (Tel: 028 9041 7633)

In this section ...

How to Register - application forms and guidance on applying for registration with NISCC.  Information for Registrants - Registrants' Committee, guidance on maintaining, amending or renewing registration.  Information for Employers - guidance on responsibilities for supporting registrants, maintaining standards and making referrals to NISCC.  Codes of Practice - explains the standards expected from registered social care workers and their employers.  Check the Register - allows you to search the NISCC Social Care Register to check if a social care worker’s registration is valid.  Online Registration Services - contains information about the new the Online Registration Services with links to the Portal and an FAQ.  Registration & Regulation FAQs - contains answers to the most common queries we receive about registration and regulation.  Registration Fees - details on fees for registering.