Montana Caregiver Training

Montana Caregiver Training & Compliance for Home Care Agencies

Simplify caregiver onboarding, compliance monitoring, and annual training management for Montana home care organizations.

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

Montana's Caregiver Training Requirements at a Glance

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

Montana Training Requirements Initial Training Annual Training
Personal Care Attendant 16 Hours 8 Hours
Home Health Aide 12 Hours
Private-Pay Caregiver None None
Regulatory Oversight

Licensing Authorities

CDSS
Montana Department of Social Services

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

CDA
Montana Department of Aging

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

CalHHS
Montana 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.

Montana Training Requirements & Recommended Courses

Personal Care Attendant Initial Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C0413 – Preventing Falls for Older Adults
  • L2C0413 – Preventing Falls for Older Adults
  • L2C0122 – Assisting Clients with Safe Ambulation
  • L2C0114 – Assisting Patients with Positioning

Personal Care Attendant Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C0409 – Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
  • L2C0901 – Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) and Promoting Independence
  • L2C0901 – Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) and Promoting Independence
  • L2C0409 – Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
  • L2C1711 – Alzheimer’s Disease

Home Health Aide Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C0706 – Communication: Communicating with the Client’s Family
  • L2C1501 – Preventing Back Injuries for Caregivers
  • L2C0409 – Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
  • L2C0409 – Preventing Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
  • L2C1501 – Preventing Back Injuries for Caregivers
  • L2C0706 – Communication: Communicating with the Client’s Family

Private-Pay Caregiver Initial Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C3100 – Ensuring Safety with Dementia Care When Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
  • L2C3100 – Ensuring Safety with Dementia Care When Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
  • L2C1300 – Sexual Harassment: Awareness and Prevention
  • L2C0405 – Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Private-Pay Caregiver Annual Training

A few Learn2Care class courses:

  • L2C1400 – Self Care for Caregivers
  • L2C1400 – Self Care for Caregivers
  • L2C1300 – Sexual Harassment: Awareness and Prevention
  • L2C0612 – Caring for Clients with HIV and AIDS

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 Montana

There is no formal state registry for most Personal Care Attendants, but agencies require documented training and competency verification.

Yes. Online caregiver training is especially important for Montana’s rural agencies and remote teams across Montana.

Training includes nutrition, safety procedures, personal care, infection control, communication skills, and caregiver boundaries.

Learn2Care provides mobile-first training designed for rural teams, helping agencies manage caregiver education and compliance from anywhere.

Caregiver training requirements in Montana vary by role and follow a role-based structure:

  • Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) must complete 16 hours of initial training, covering core topics such as personal care skills, safety, communication, documentation, nutrition, and client rights. They are also required to complete at least 8 hours of annual training.
  • Home Health Aides (HHAs) follow state-approved training programs (approximately 91+ hours) along with 12 hours of annual training, depending on the agency and care setting.
  • Private-Pay caregivers do not have fixed state-mandated training hours but must meet agency-defined training and competency requirements.

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