Once you know the qualification you would like to complete, and the style of learning you would prefer, begin to look for an approved learning provider:
Search for an approved learning provider
Additional information
- All learning providers set their own fees. Costs will vary depending on the style of learning, the location and other factors, such as the format of learning materials and provision of tutor support
- To understand the assessment process of your chosen qualification and timeframes, we recommend you speak to your chosen learning provider who will guide you through the process
- We recommend you get in touch with a few learning providers to understand more about the style of learning they provide and what is included within their fees
External Candidates
Qualifications which started before September 2022:
RHS Qualifications permits candidates to take theory examinations as an external candidate. Centres can continue to accept external candidates for examinations of the theory qualifications, which started before September 2022. External candidates are candidates who self-study or study with an RHS approved provider but would like to take the paper examinations at a different centre.
Qualifications which started in September 2022:
RHS Qualifications do not permit candidates to take examinations as an external candidate. Centres are not permitted to accept external candidates for examinations of the new theory qualification, which started in September 2022. These candidates are now required to take the examinations online. Approved centres are responsible for registering all their candidates on examinations.