Ask U Training
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About Ask U Training

A national vocational training provider in Compliance, Work‑Based Learning, Accredited Qualifications and CPD Training.

With You Through Every Step of Your Professional Journey

Ask U Training is a National Vocational Training provider in Compliance, Work‑Based Learning, Accredited Qualifications and CPD Training.

Our vocational training, accredited qualifications and CPD programmes are shaped by sector expertise and a commitment to raising standards across health, care and work‑based learning.

Every course is designed to be accessible, relevant and aligned to sector relevant expectations, ensuring learners feel supported and employers feel assured.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to build on existing skills and experience, we are with you at every step. From your very first qualification through to advanced professional development, Ask U Training is here to support your growth, your confidence and your future.

Keep up to date with the latest training news, sector updates and course information in our News section. Have a question before you get started? Our FAQs cover everything from how courses work to funding and enrolment.

20+Years' Experience
NationalTraining Provider
CPD & AccreditedQualifications
HighfieldApproved Centre

Meet the Team

The experienced professionals behind every qualification we deliver.

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Jennette Askew

Director of Compliance · Principal Trainer · Assessor · IQA

As Director of Compliance, Principal Trainer, Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer (IQA), I am a highly accomplished and qualified lifelong learning vocational education trainer, assessor, IQA and development consultant with over 20 years' experience.

My role enables me to proudly nurture and develop individual learners and whole workforce teams through high‑quality accredited and CPD training across adult care and childcare. My role centres on developing confidence, competence and sector‑leading practice through programmes that respond directly to real workforce needs and current regulatory expectations.

I deliver a comprehensive range of training programmes, including:

  • First aid
  • Assessor qualifications
  • Customer service training
  • Medication administration
  • Autism and learning disability
  • Dementia care
  • Person‑centred approaches

I have specialist knowledge of care sector Certificate and Diploma qualifications and the CQC and Ofsted standards, which I embed throughout my training to ensure full regulatory alignment and high‑quality outcomes.

My approach is learner‑centred, participative and highly interactive. My mission is to develop learners' skills and knowledge so they can achieve their individual goals and deliver exceptional care.

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Gill West

Director of Quality

As Director of Quality, I am a principal trainer, Lead IQA and Assessor.

My role gives me the privilege of supporting and nurturing individual learners as they grow in confidence, skill and professional identity across adult care, early years and residential childcare. I take a warm, people‑centred approach, getting to know each learner and shaping their qualification journey around their experiences, strengths and aspirations so it feels meaningful, achievable and empowering.

A key part of my practice involves carrying out professional recorded discussions. These conversations allow learners to reflect deeply on their work, explore real situations from their setting and demonstrate their knowledge in a supportive, conversational way. I use these discussions to build trust, draw out insight and help learners recognise the value of the work they do every day.

I specialise in Certificate and Diploma qualifications across the care, early years and residential childcare sectors, underpinned by a strong understanding of CQC and Ofsted expectations. I integrate these standards into my approach in a way that feels accessible and encouraging, helping learners meet regulatory requirements while developing the compassion, curiosity and confidence that underpin truly high‑quality, person‑centred care.

Who We Work With & Courses We Offer

We partner with a wide range of organisations and individuals across the care and education sectors, delivering accredited qualifications and CPD training that meets real workforce needs and regulatory expectations.

Adult social care services Residential childcare services Supported living services Domiciliary care services Community care services Individual learners Schools & Colleges Early Years providers Non-regulated & regulated services

Browse Our Courses

Explore our full range of accredited qualifications and CPD training programmes.

E‑Portfolio - Highfield Vault

Ask U Training learners have access to Highfield's Vault, an online e‑portfolio system where learner evidence can be uploaded and progress monitored.

The system runs through a web browser, so it works on laptops, tablets and most smartphones without installing any software. It is easy to navigate, making it straightforward to keep your qualification evidence organised.

View our accredited qualification courses to find out which programmes use the Vault e‑portfolio system.

Funding & Payment Options

Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS)

The Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS), funded by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), helps adult social care employers in England reclaim the cost of approved training completed by their staff.

This includes both regulated and non-regulated roles, from support workers to deputy and registered managers, as well as agency staff.

LDSS covers a wide range of learning, including accredited Certificates and Diplomas, and mandatory programmes such as the Oliver McGowan Training.

To find out more about how the scheme works, who is eligible and how to claim, visit our FAQs or get in touch with our team.

Ask Us About Funding

Regulated & non-regulated roles covered

Certificates, Diplomas & mandatory training eligible

Support workers through to registered managers

Employer-led claims for reimbursement

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're an employer looking to upskill your team or an individual seeking a nationally recognised qualification, we're here to help.