Education and examination Long-term care workers must complete 75 hours of training through a program approved by the Department of Social and Health Services, and must successfully pass the home care aide certification examination.
What are common caregiver qualifications? Having relevant work experience and skills. Completing any required training. Passing a background check and general health check. Earning basic health certifications. Meeting age requirements. Possessing a valid driver's license, insurance and a good driving record.
What are common caregiver qualifications? Having relevant work experience and skills. Completing any required training. Passing a background check and general health check. Earning basic health certifications. Meeting age requirements. Possessing a valid driver's license, insurance and a good driving record.
To qualify, the individual needing care must be eligible for Medicaid, need 24-hour care and supervision, and require help from a caregiver with one or more daily personal care needs, (i.e. bathing, dressing, walking, transferring, eating, and toileting).
NOW LET'S DISCUSS SOME OF THE REWARDS OF CAREGIVING: Caring for someone brings you closer to that person, creating a special bond. You will make a material difference in a loved one's life. It will likely change your perspective on life and your own humanness.