Kentucky mandates specific training hours and competency evaluations for all in-home care workers.
Here's everything your agency needs to know.
| Kentucky Training Requirements | Initial Training | Annual Training |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Care Staff, Personal Service Agency | Topic-specific | Not Specific |
| Home Health Aide, Medicaid Certified Agencies | 75 Hours | 12 Hours |
| Home Health Aide, State-Licensed Agencies | Topic-specific | Annual Competency Evaluation |
| Dementia Training | — | 3 Hours |
Oversees caregiver training, registry, and compliance for social service workers in Kentucky.
Supports caregiver training and services for older adults in home and community care.
Provides statewide oversight of health and human services programs, including aging and caregiving systems.
Establishes licensing, training, and supervision rules to protect home care consumers.
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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.
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Certification is required for CNAs, though Personal Care Aides are not required to be certified. PCAs do have to be competent and may need to complete agency-required training.
Yes. Online training is commonly used for annual in-service education, onboarding, and maintaining caregiver documentation.
Training includes HIPAA, safety procedures, ethics, infection control, personal care, and understanding caregiver responsibilities.
Learn2Care supports agencies with scenario-based learning, mobile-friendly training access, and simple tools for compliance management.
Caregiver training requirements in Kentucky vary by role and service setting.
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