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State Recommended Courses
Caregiver Training Certification
Online
Courses
Hours of Online
Content
Leadership
Courses
Initial Training Hours: Agency discretion
Annual Training Hours: Agency discretion
Comments: Although the state does not mandate caregiver training, Learn2Care recommends all caregivers receive 8 hours of initial and 8 hours of annual training to ensure core competencies and increase their skills development.
Initial Training Hours: must be RN administered
Annual Training Hours: must be RN administered
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
Caregivers must undergo state and federal criminal background checks, including fingerprinting, as mandated by the West Virginia Clearance for Access: Registry and Employment Screening (WV CARES) Act.
Age Requirement
Caregivers must be at least 18 years old.
Health Requirements
Caregivers are expected to be free from communicable diseases during periods of communicability, in accordance with state regulations.
Regulatory Framework
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) oversees caregiver licensing and compliance.
Career and Salary
Average caregiver pay is $13.45/hr, typically ranging from $11.05 to $16.37, depending on experience and location.
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Contact an agency, complete their training (if any), and pass a background check. There’s no state-required training, so it’s a flexible way to start.
RNs ensure thorough training and aides are competent, especially for Medicaid clients. They attest to your skills, keeping care safe (Chapter 517).
Nope, agencies verify your skills themselves. They might require training, but it’s not state-mandated, giving flexibility.
Yes, every caregiver needs a clean background check when hired to protect clients. Agencies may also conduct periodic checks.
In West Virginia, dementia training is not mandatory. However, with 13.2% of seniors living with dementia, many agencies offer this training to better prepare caregivers to support these clients (West Virginia Bureau for Public Health, 2023).
It’s a list of certified CNAs, used by employers to confirm your qualifications. Keep your certification active (West Virginia Board of Examiners).
No, there’s a required in-person component, but RNs can use online resources for parts of it, ensuring you’re ready (Chapter 517).
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You’re not just a caregiver but a hero in the Mountain State. Training is how you keep your superpowers sharp, and Learn2Care is here to cheer you on daily. Let’s keep strengthening West Virginia, one caring moment at a time.
