State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
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Hours of Online
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Leadership
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Initial Training Hours: 75
Annual Training Hours: 12
Comments: Training approval is required - coming soon to Learn2care
Initial Training Hours: state-standardized, approved program
Annual Training Hours: NS
Comments: Training approval is required - coming soon to Learn2care
Initial Training Hours: Training topics specified based on defined services; duration not specified
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion based on caregiver annual competency evaluation.
Initial Training Hours: 21
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
Initial Training Hours: 38
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
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
Caregivers 16+ in licensed child care facilities must complete a criminal background check every 5 years.
Age Requirement
Caregivers must be at least 18 for most programs, and 21 for family child care home providers.
Health Requirements
Caregivers may need health certificates, vaccinations, and infection control training depending on the setting.
Regulatory Framework
Governed by Child Care Law (G.S. 110-90.2) and NCAC 09 .2703 for child care facilities, with oversight from DHSR.
Career and Salary
Caregivers in NC earn an average of $17.05 per hour, with a range from $10.95 to $26.54 per hour.
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Start as a CNA by completing a state-approved Nurse Aide I program and passing the certification exam. Then, complete 75 hours of HHA training, including 16 hours of clinical practice, through an approved training program. You’ll also need a background check and TB test.
Yes, caregivers in all healthcare settings must complete dementia care training and submit an attestation form (NC Medicaid 3085), as Session Law 2013-306 requires. The state offers a free training program.
It’s not state-mandated, but most employers in North Carolina, from Charlotte to Greensboro, require one for client safety. Think of it as locking your door in a busy market.
The NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation ensures Nurse Aide training programs meet state standards, preparing you for care in settings such as private homes, assisted living communities, and home health agencies.
As a mandated reporter, you should immediately contact Adult Protective Services at 1-800-662-7030 or local authorities. This is like sounding the alarm during a coastal storm (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 108A-102).
Level II aides need 38 hours of initial training for advanced tasks, and an RN assesses competency within one year via skills demonstration, per 10A NCAC 06A.0305.
Level I aides complete 21 hours of initial training, covering ADLs and home management, per 10A NCAC 06A.0305. No annual training is required, but competency is agency-verified.
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