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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
Online
Courses
Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
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: Required, content and duration left to agency discretion. Training in assistive lift devices required based on client needs.
Annual Training Hours: Required, content and duration left to agency discretion.
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
Mandatory, comprehensive checks (including fingerprinting and child protection records) every three years for child care and other caregiving roles with vulnerable populations.
Age Requirement
Generally, caregivers counted in staff ratios must be at least 18 years old.
Health Requirements
Vary by role, but may include TB testing, CPR certification, and demonstrating physical/mental capacity for caregiving.
Regulatory Framework
Governed primarily by the FSSA and Department of Health, with specific rules for child care, home care agencies, and programs like Structured Family Caregiving.
Career and Salary
Compensation for family caregivers exists through state programs; agency-employed caregiver salaries depend on experience and qualifications, with an average around $14.78/hour (range $8.92-$18.99).
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DSPs must complete topic-specific training as outlined in the Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services (DDRS) Policy Manual. Training is overseen by DDRS and provided by the employing Provider Entity. Specific hours and topics depend on the agency’s policies and client needs.
No, private-pay caregivers are not subject to state-mandated training or licensing requirements. However, agencies are encouraged to provide voluntary training to improve care quality and meet client expectations.
PSAs require training at the agency’s discretion, including training on lifts if applicable, per IC 16-27-4-16. Agencies must have a policy for initial and annual competency determination (e.g., online training and a test with at least an 85% passing rate). Training is overseen by the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH).
HHAs must complete 6 hours of initial dementia care training and 3 hours annually, per IC 16-27-1.5-5. Training must be provided online, approved by the IDOH, and is mandatory for those working in Home Health Agencies. Application processes for approval are unclear and require contacting the state.
HHAs must complete 75 hours of initial training and 12 hours of annual continuing education, per 42 CFR 484.80 and 410 IAC 17-14-1. They must be registered with the state, and training is overseen by the IDOH for Home Health Agencies.
Unlike some states, Indiana does not explicitly require HHAs to be Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). However, they must complete the 75-hour training program and register with the state, ensuring compliance with federal and state standards.
Agencies often provide training through platforms like Learn2Care, which offers over 230 online courses tailored to Indiana’s regulations. Courses cover dementia care, infection control, and other essential topics, with progress monitoring to ensure compliance with IDOH and federal standards.
The IDOH oversees training and licensing for Home Health Agencies and Personal Service Agencies, enforcing regulations like IC 16-27-1.5-5 for dementia care and 410 IAC 17-14-1 for HHAs. It ensures training meets state and federal standards.
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