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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
Online
Courses
Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
Initial Training Hours: 40
Annual Training Hours: 8
Initial Training Hours: Training topics specified; duration not specified
Annual Training Hours: 8
Initial Training Hours: 75
Annual Training Hours: 12
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
No substantiated CPS history, criminal checks, and safety screenings required for caregivers and adult household members (18+).
Age Requirement
Caregivers must be at least 21 years old. However, relative/fictive kin caregivers must be at least 18 years of age.
Health Requirements
Physical exam (within 12 months), TB screening, and disclosure of mental health/substance abuse with professional reference if applicable.
Regulatory Framework
Georgia’s Department of Community Health (DCH) sets caregiver standards, and Senate Bill 406 established background checks and the Caregiver Registry.
Career and Salary
The average starting cost of a caregiver in Atlanta, GA is $19.10 per hour, according to Care.com. (BLS)
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Yes, for Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) employed by licensed agencies, 40 hours of training are required, plus 8 hours of supervision by a registered nurse.
The PCA competency test is not required but recommended by the state. It’s offered by a Georgia trade association and can enhance your staff's credibility and readiness.
Companions/Sitters offer non-medical support like companionship or supervision. They cannot perform personal care unless they've been trained and certified as PCAs.
Yes, but only if they are hired directly by individuals or families, not through an agency. However, training is still encouraged to ensure safety and quality care.
Home Health Aides must complete 75 classroom hours and 12 clinical hours as outlined in 42 CFR 484.80, plus adhere to state licensure rules (111 8 31).
The Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) regulates private home care providers. HHAs fall under oversight by the Department of Human Services (DHS).
Yes. Training must be documented and retained by the agency to ensure regulatory compliance, especially during audits or inspections.
Learn2Care offers online courses that cover essential PCA skills, including hygiene, mobility assistance, infection control, communication, and client safety.
Absolutely. Learn2Care includes training paths for administrators, supervisors, and coordinators in leadership, conflict resolution, compliance, and more.
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