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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
Online
Courses
Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
Initial Training Hours: 16
Annual Training Hours: 8
Initial Training Hours: Direct Care Worker training plus additional topics; duration not specified.
Initial Training Hours: 16
Annual Training Hours: Competency in required skills and tasks must be determined annually.
Initial Training Hours: 75
Annual Training Hours: 12
Initial Training Hours: Agency discretion
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
Comments: Although the state does not mandate caregiver training, Learn2Care recommends all caregivers receive 8 hours of initial and 8 hours of annual training to ensure core competencies and increase their skills development.
Initial Training Hours: Training topics specified; duration not specified
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
Disclaimer: We are committed to helping you stay informed and confident in your compliance efforts with the most accurate, up-to-date guidance we can provide. Our guides and resources are designed to support your training and compliance work, though state regulations may vary and change frequently. Please consult your state’s licensing or regulatory body for official guidance, publications, or requirements.
Background Check
Fingerprint-based criminal check, direct service worker registry screening.
Age Requirement
Caregivers must be 18 years or older to engage in caregiving work.
Health Requirements
Negative TB test, immunizations (flu, MMR), sometimes physical exam.
Regulatory Framework
Louisiana Department of Health, Community Choices Waiver oversight.
Salary
Average $10.29/hour or $21,405/year (Indeed, January 2025 data).
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The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) regulates training requirements for Direct Service Workers (DSWs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs), under various chapters of the Louisiana Administrative Code (LAC).
DSWs must complete 16 hours of core training and 8 hours of annual continuing education. Training must be completed within 45 days of hire.
Yes. DSWs must complete didactic training and demonstrate competency (as per LAC 48: Chapter 92) before administering medication or performing non-complex tasks.
PCAs need to complete Direct Care Worker training plus additional role-specific topics. These requirements are outlined in both LAC 48:1 and the Louisiana Medicaid Service Manual (Chapter 30).
No. Privately employed caregivers hired directly by families (not through an agency) are exempt from state-mandated training.
Yes
They must complete 75 hours of training, including 16 clinical hours, aligned with 42 CFR 484.80 federal standards.
Yes. All DSWs performing medication-related tasks must undergo an annual competency evaluation.
Yes. An optional state-provided curriculum is available, particularly for HCBS providers and DSWs.
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