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.
As a national accrediting and certifying organization, the American Caregiver Association is an excellent choice when selecting a training program. Its National Caregiver Certification Course is the most popular of its offerings and covers behavior management, personal care, and other core topics.
Washington State requires 75 hours of basic training for all licensed caregivers. After you complete training, you need to pass your Washington State exam. To start the process, you can use the Home Care Aide Certification Application Packet published by the Department of Health to get a DSHS applicant number.
Requirements For Becoming an In-Home Caregiver in Washington State Be 18 years old or older. Be authorized to work in the U.S. Provide a picture ID of yourself. Pass a criminal conviction background check. Complete Washington State's caregiver training requirements.
Kittitas Interactive Management Services (KIM) is a leading provider of in-home support services for adults with developmental disabilities in Yakima and Ellensburg, Washington.