About QCAS | Independent Carer Verification

Who we are

What is QCAS?

QCAS (Quality Care Approval Scheme) provides independent verification of key information relating to Personal Assistants (PAs) and carers.

The aim is to support greater transparency and consistency within independent care arrangements.

What we do

QCAS verifies information such as identity, DBS status, training and insurance, helping individuals and organisations make more informed decisions.

What we don't do

QCAS does not employ carers, provide care services, or act as an introduction agency.

Simple & transparent

How QCAS works

Apply

Carers and Personal Assistants apply and submit relevant documents

Verify

QCAS verifies key information including identity, DBS, training and insurance

Approve

Approved carers are issued with an ID badge and added to the QCAS register

Check

Their approval status can be checked when needed

QCAS supports transparency by verifying information provided — helping individuals and organisations make more informed decisions.

What we check

Our standards

QCAS operates a structured verification process designed to promote consistency across independent care.

Verification includes

Identity
DBS
References
Training (where applicable)
Insurance (where applicable)

Standards are designed to support decision-making, not replace it.

Who we help

Who QCAS supports

Personal Assistants

Helping demonstrate professionalism and build trust

Care Introduction Services

Supporting safer onboarding and consistent checks

Service users / Care Seekers

Providing a way to verify key information

Partnerships

For councils and partners

QCAS can support local authorities and partner organisations involved in direct payments and independent care arrangements.

Supports consistent verification processes
Helps reduce duplication of checks
Improves transparency across networks

Independent verification that raises standards in care