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Title: Non-medical Caregiver
Min. Initial Training Hours: No Training Requirements
Ongoing Training Hours: No Training Requirements
Competency Evaluation: No
State-Specific Curriculum Criteria: None
Mississippi has distinct caregiver training requirements depending on the type of agency and the programs they serve:
Note: Regulations may change! Always confirm the latest training requirements with the state regulatory bodies.
Senior Population
By 2030, over 25 percent of Mississippi’s population will be 60 years or older, marking a 39 percent increase from 2012.
Alzheimer’s Epidemic
Additionally, Mississippi faces a significant challenge with an estimated 62,500 individuals over 65 living with Alzheimer’s, as reported by the Alzheimer’s Association in 2023, with numbers expected to increase.
Increasing Caregiver Demand
This demographic shift and the rise in Alzheimer’s & other health conditions contribute to a growing caregiver demand. Yet, recruiting and retaining an adequate caregiving workforce remains challenging due to low wages and a fragmented training system
How Training Helps? It’s crucial to provide caregivers with comprehensive training, especially in areas like Dementia and Alzheimer’s care, regardless of state mandates. Such training not only helps address the caregiver shortage by attracting more individuals to the field but also enhances the skills of existing staff, ultimately resulting in better care for those in need.
Ready to answer Mississippi’s call for caregiving? Join the wave of compassionate caregivers and agencies making a difference in the lives of seniors.
Equip caregivers with essential skills tailored to your agency's needs. Upskill administrators, managers, and office staff in leadership, communication, and team management.
230+ online caregiver and leadership training courses, with over 185 engaging hours of content to effectively equip and train your caregivers and home care agency staff.
Create personalized learning journeys, tailoring training to specific roles and expertise areas such as Alzheimer's and dementia care, infection control, and restorative care.
Easily track and report on assignments, completion status, quiz scores, and the individual caregiver's overall progress with our Progress Monitoring system.
Equip your caregivers with content that adheres to the US CMS HHA Conditions of Participation for home health aide services.
Upload your own training materials or empower your team to access built-in courses, streamlining essential training in one accessible location.
Experience seamless on-the-go learning for caregivers, providing unmatched flexibility in diverse work environments.
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) oversees state home care agencies. The MSDH regulates and monitors home care agencies to ensure compliance with state regulations and standards, aiming to uphold the quality of care provided to clients.
Mississippi does not license private-pay personal care agencies, so they are not subject to statutory training requirements. However, ensuring quality care through voluntary training is recommended.
Under the Medicaid waiver program, Aides must complete 40 hours of comprehensive training, including 12 detailed competencies and annual continuing education on relevant topics.
PCAs under the state’s Elderly and Disabled Medicaid waiver program must demonstrate competency in assisting consumers with activities of daily living before working with them. Employers are responsible for maintaining training records, and PCAs must undergo retraining when starting with new employers.
Yes, we proudly ensure our training aligns with US CMS HHA Conditions Participation for home health aide services! From infection control to client rights, our courses empower caregivers with the skills needed for compliant and quality care. Dive into our specific course descriptions for in-depth details.
Here are the benefits of training certification for agencies and caregivers:
Overall, certification signifies a dedication to professionalism and high-quality care, enhancing your client's trust in your abilities.
