Comparison

ELELearn vs Care Staff Academy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ELELearn

Features
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ELELearn is your trusted companion for professional development in healthcare. Designed with NHS staff and healthcare professionals in mind, the app delivers flexible, expert-led learning that supports your career progressionβ€”wherever you are. Whether you're brushing up on communication skills or exploring the future of AI in healthcare, ELELearn keeps you moving forward, one module at a time. Main Features: - Mobile-first access to all your ELELearn courses - Interactive lessons with videos, quizzes, and case studies - Smart reminders to keep you on track with your CPD - Courses aligned with NHS targets and real clinical practice - Community features for discussion and networking - Bite-sized learning that fits into your day

About

Care Staff Academy

Features
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Care Staff Academy is an online training app for healthcare professionals in the UK. Whether you work within the NHS, private care settings, or through an agency, the platform enables you to complete mandatory training that meets regulatory standards. The courses are CPD-certified and aligned with the Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), supporting compliance with NHS and Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements. With a catalogue of over 50 modules, healthcare workers can access training in key areas including Basic Life Support (BLS), Moving and Handling, Infection Control, Food Hygiene, RIDDOR, COSHH, and more. Each module is developed to reflect up-to-date industry practices. Users can access training without the need for a subscription. A small fee applies only when downloading certificates upon course completion. This structure allows care providers and individual learners to manage training costs with flexibility. The platform includes features for assigning courses, monitoring staff progress, and downloading certificates and compliance reports. Organisations with multiple branches can manage their training through a Super Admin dashboard, helping maintain consistent standards across teams. Training can be completed from any internet-enabled device, making it easier for professionals to learn at a convenient time. Built-in reminders help users keep track of certification deadlines. Care Staff Academy ensures data is managed securely and in accordance with GDPR. Once a course is passed, certificates are immediately available to download. The platform supports healthcare workers and organisations in managing ongoing training efficiently and meeting essential compliance needs.

Screenshots

ELELearn4 screens
Care Staff Academy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Care Staff Academy at 12.0 against ELELearn's 15.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. ELELearn sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Care Staff Academy sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
ELELearn versus Care Staff Academy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterELELearnCare Staff Academy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.212.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size110 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEL Learning Design LimitedThe Care Consulting Limited

In-app purchases

3 purchases

ELELearn

One-time3
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  • AI Essentials$49.99
4 purchases

Care Staff Academy

One-time4
  • Single Certificate Download$7.99
  • Bundle Certificate Download$12.99
  • Face-to-Face Training – Standard$40.00
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  • Face-to-Face Training – Premium$75.00

Questions

Is ELELearn free?
ELELearn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Care Staff Academy free?
Care Staff Academy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ELELearn or Care Staff Academy have ads?
Neither ELELearn nor Care Staff Academy shows ads.

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