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: 8
Annual Training Hours: Duration not specified
Initial Training Hours: 91
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 required by the Wyoming Department of Health.
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 Wyoming Department of Health oversees caregiver licensing and compliance.
Career and Salary
Average caregiver pay is $17.67/hr, typically ranging from $14.00 to $21.00, depending on experience and location.
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You can start by contacting an agency, completing any training they require, and passing a background check. Since Wyoming has no state rules for private-pay caregivers, it’s an easy way to begin. Alternatively, private-pay caregivers can also work directly with clients without going through an agency.
Nope, agencies handle skill verification. They might require training, but Wyoming doesn’t mandate it, so it’s flexible.
In 8 hours, you’ll learn household tasks like laundry, cleaning, and meal prep to help clients stay independent (048-9 Wyo. Code R. §§ 9-7).
Yes, every caregiver needs a clean background check when hired to protect clients. Agencies may conduct periodic checks.
It’s a database of certified CNAs, used by employers to verify qualifications for HHA roles. Keep your certification active (Wyoming Board of Nursing).
Yes, through Medicaid’s HCBS programs, you can care for relatives (except spouses) after training and a background check. Contact WDH for details.
You’ll get 91 hours of training, including 16 hours on home health topics and 12 hours yearly covering personal care, vitals (Wyoming Department of Health, Chapter 9).
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