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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
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Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
Initial Training Hours: 75
Annual Training Hours: 12
Comments: Learn2Care is actively developing a training solution, but training is not yet available for this geographic region.
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
Caregivers must pass state and federal criminal background checks via Washington State Patrol (WSP) and DSHS BCCU at hire and every two years thereafter (DSHS).
Age Requirement
Caregivers must be at least 18 for Home Care Aide (HCA) or supportive home care roles (DOH).
Health Requirements
Caregivers must be free from communicable diseases and may need a negative TB test (WAC 246-980-110).
Regulatory Framework
Washington DOH and DSHS oversee caregiver licensing and compliance (DSHS).
Career and Salary
Average caregiver pay is $42,000/year ($16–$20/hr), based on experience and location (JustTime, 2025).
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You’ll need 75 hours of training, a state exam, a background check, and a TB test. Then apply for your HCA certification through the Department of Health. It’s a big step, but you have this (RCW 74.39A.076)!
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you must complete 8 hours of dementia specialty training to better understand their behaviors and improve communication skills. This training is required under WAC 388-112A-0400. Dementia specialty training is one of several types of specialty training, which also includes mental health and developmental disability training. Caregivers must complete the appropriate specialty training(s) based on the specific needs of the clients they serve.
Mental Health Specialty Training involves 6 hours of instruction focused on supporting clients with mental health challenges. It teaches skills like calming tense situations and providing empathetic listening (WAC 388-112A-0420). This training is one of several specialty trainings, including dementia and developmental disability training. Caregivers are required to complete the specialty training(s) relevant to the needs of the clients they serve.
Don’t wait—immediately call Adult Protective Services at 1-866-363-4276. Your quick action can make a huge difference (RCW 74.34.035). You must also report your concerns to your agency following their policies and procedures to ensure proper investigation and documentation.
Through DSHS’s Medicaid programs, you can care for family (except spouses) after training, certification, and a background check. It’s a special way to give back.
It’s 5 hours of learning your agency’s rules, how to keep everyone safe (like preventing falls), and the basics of caregiving (WAC 388-112A-0200).
Yes, every caregiver needs one before starting to keep clients safe. Some agencies might check again later, just to be sure (RCW 74.39A).
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