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Title: Personal Care Aide
Min. Initial Training Hours: 100
Continuing Education Hours: 12
State-Specific Curriculum Criteria: Yes
PCAs who are agency-employed must complete the basic nurse aide course in a state-approved nurse aide training program. Personal Care Assistants in Hawaii must adhere to stringent qualifications and acquire essential skills mandated by state regulations to provide exceptional care. This involves:
Note: Regulations may evolve, so staying informed and aligned with the latest training requirements from state regulatory bodies is imperative.
As of 2023, 18.2% of Hawaii’s population is aged 65 and older, and this is projected to increase to 25% by 2040. Many of these seniors will require some form of care, with estimates ranging from 30% to 80%, depending on their health status. In this evolving caregiving landscape, caregivers and agencies face numerous regulations and diverse needs, highlighting the importance of effective navigation for success.
Here’s a quick breakdown to ensure you’re on the right track:
Licensure
Home care agencies in Hawaii must be licensed to provide personal care or homemaker services, with certification options including Medicare/Medicaid or state-only licensing/certification, under the CMS QUEST demonstration waiver until 2024.
Training is Mandatory
Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) employed by agencies must complete the basic nurse-aide course from a state-approved program, covering 14 topics over 100 hours.
Practice Scope
PCAs provide non-medical ADL assistance, including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, with training supervised by registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.
Exempted Workers
Workers employed directly by consumers under Medicaid or private-pay arrangements in Hawaii, including homemakers assisting with household chores and activities of daily living under the Med-QUEST managed care program, are exempt from state training requirements.
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PCAs must complete a state-approved nurse aide training program consisting of 100 hours, including 70 clinical and 30 didactic hours.
Caregivers are required to engage in 12 hours of state-approved continuing education every 24 months for recertification.
The curriculum covers essential areas such as communication, infection control, safety, resident rights, healthcare delivery, basic medical terminology, and specialized care for different populations.
Here are the benefits of training certification for agencies and caregivers:
