Apply for registration

Have you applied to register yet? The register is currently open to qualified social workers (both UK-qualified and international social workers) and student social workers. Here you can apply to join the register.

How to apply

Step 1 - Find out how registration will affect you

• Read our registration information and advice. Please select the option that best describes you: 
  
• Social worker
  
• Student
• Social workers trained and qualified outside the UK
• Social care workers
• Employer
• Restoring your registration status
  
  
  

Step 2 - Complete the application form

To join the Social Care Register you will need to complete an application. You can order an application pack by post or download a pdf copy of the relevant application form and supporting documents. Access below the option appropriate to you.

• Social workers trained and qualified in the UK
• Students
• Social workers trained and qualified outside the UK
• Order your forms by post

Online registration - We are reviewing our online application service. While this review takes place the service will not be available. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Step 3 - Processing your application

The GSCC will contact you for more information or to confirm your registration.

• Access the latest processing times

Step 4 - Post-registration

Once your registration has been confirmed you can check our website to see your public facing registration details and find out more about maintaining your registration.

• Check the register; and
• Post-registration.

To find out about our registration policies please contact our Registration Enquiries team, by email at registration@gscc.org.uk or telephone 0845 0700630. If you are calling from outside the United Kingdom, please telephone +44 (0)1788 532402.

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