Michigan Caregiver Training

Michigan Caregiver Training & Compliance for Home Care Agencies

Manage caregiver onboarding, annual training, compliance records, and workforce learning across Michigan care organizations.

300+
Online Courses
750+
Training Videos
185+
Hours of Training
47
States Supported
State Regulations

Michigan's Caregiver Training Requirements at a Glance

Michigan mandates specific training hours and competency evaluations for all in-home care workers.
Here's everything your agency needs to know.

Michigan Training Requirements Initial Training Annual Training
Personal Care Aide Client-specific Client-specific
Home Health Aide 75 Hours 12 Hours
Private-Pay Caregiver None None
Regulatory Oversight

Licensing Authorities

CDSS
Michigan Department of Social Services

Oversees caregiver training, registry, and compliance for social service workers in Michigan.

CDA
Michigan Department of Aging

Supports caregiver training and services for older adults in home and community care.

CalHHS
Michigan Health and Human Services Agency

Provides statewide oversight of health and human services programs, including aging and caregiving systems.

AB 1217
Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act

Establishes licensing, training, and supervision rules to protect home care consumers.

Michigan Training Requirements & Recommended Courses

Personal Care Aide Initial Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C1301 – Caregiver Assignments and Duties
  • L2C0303 – Honoring Client’s Rights with Person-Centered Care
  • L2C0211 – Providing Person Centered Care

Personal Care Aide Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C1711 – Alzheimer’s Disease
  • L2C1214 – Observation Skills: Reporting and Documenting
  • L2C1600 – Modified Diets

Home Health Aide Initial Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C0901 – Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) and Promoting Independence
  • L2C1216 – Recognizing and Supporting Body Changes with Age
  • L2C1301 – Caregiver Assignments and Duties

Home Health Aide Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C3100 – Ensuring Safety with Dementia Care When Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
  • L2C1216 – Recognizing and Supporting Body Changes with Age
  • L2C1215 – Skin Changes with Age

Private-Pay Caregiver Initial Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C0409 – Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
  • L2C3100 – Ensuring Safety with Dementia Care When Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
  • L2C1006 – Infection Control for Caregivers

Private-Pay Caregiver Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C1003 – Standard Precautions and Key PPE
  • L2C0413 – Preventing Falls for Older Adults
  • L2C0405 – Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Caregiver Training in Michigan

Certification is only required for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). Non-medical caregivers complete agency-based training and documented competency checks.

Yes. Online training is widely used for caregiver onboarding, annual education, and compliance documentation across agencies.

Training includes fall prevention, dementia care, infection control, communication skills, personal care, and caregiver safety practices.

Learn2Care provides structured caregiver education, practical real-world scenarios, and easy compliance tracking to help agencies maintain consistent standards.

Caregiver training requirements in Michigan vary by role and program.

  • Home Health Aides (HHAs) typically follow structured training requirements, including 75 hours of initial training and 12 hours of annual training.
  • Personal Care Aides under Michigan’s Home Help Program receive client-specific training based on the individual’s needs and authorized services.
  • Private-Pay caregivers generally do not have a fixed statewide training hour requirement, but agencies may require onboarding, safety training, and competency checks.

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