If this is in relation to a Lasting Power of Attorney - there are two types of Certificate Provider:
Category A
Knowledge certification � a knowledge-based Certificate Provider is someone who knows the Donor personally and has done so for at least two years.
Category B
Skills certification � a skills-based Certificate Provider is someone chosen by the Donor and who considers that they have the relevant professional skills and expertise to certify the LPA.
The following are some suitable skills-based Certificate Providers listed on the form:
� a registered healthcare professional, including a GP;
� a barrister, solicitor or advocate;
� a registered social worker; or
� an Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA).
The form also specifies that someone can be a Certificate Provider if they consider that they have the relevant professional skills and expertise to provide a Certificate but are not one of the professionals listed on the form.
http://www.publicguardian.gov.uk/docs/LPA107_w eb_1007.pdf