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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
Online
Courses
Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
Initial Training Hours: Training topics specified based on defined services; duration not specified
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
Initial Training Hours: Training topics specified; duration not specified
Annual Training Hours: 6
Initial Training Hours: 30
Annual Training Hours: 6
Initial Training Hours: 75
Annual Training Hours: 12
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
Ohio requires BCI and FBI fingerprint checks sent directly to ODJFS via the Ohio Professional Registry.
Age Requirement
Minimum age is 18 for medical marijuana caregivers and 21 for foster caregivers.
Health Requirements
BLS/ACLS certification, HIPAA training, and immunizations like Hep B, MMR, and flu are commonly required.
Regulatory Framework
Governed by the Ohio Administrative Code and overseen by ODJFS, ODH, and ODA depending on the care type.
Career and Salary
Caregivers earn an average of $16.03/hour in Ohio, with roles ranging from family aides to CNAs.
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Join an ODA-certified agency, complete 30 hours of training, and get CPR, first aid, and a background check (OAC 173-39-02.11).
HHAs require 75 hours of initial training (16 hours practical or clinical) and 12 hours annually, meeting ODA or CMS standards (OAC 5160-12-03, 42 CFR 484).
Yes, agencies require background checks to ensure client safety, especially for non-medical services (ORC § 3740.01).
Report it immediately to Adult Protective Services at 1-855-644-6277 or local police. Caregivers are mandated reporters (ORC § 5101.63).
Monitor for diabetes (14% of seniors, CDC 2023), heart disease, and arthritis. Check for fatigue or pain and assist with meds.
ODA approves training for state-licensed HHAs (OAC 5160-12-03), while CMS oversees Medicare-certified HHAs (42 CFR 484).
Follow Ohio’s privacy laws and HIPAA. Keep records secure and share only with authorized individuals, like guarding a family recipe.
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