Personal and home care aides make up one of the fastest growing occupations in the US, according to PHI. Demand will grow sharply as the population of the US, and many other countries around the world, face record growth in aging populations.
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Why become Certified?
Who hires Certified Personal Care Aides?
Who has certified the Personal Care Aide course?
Is it approved in my state?
How does this Certification course work?
What do I receive when I complete the course?
What topics does the Personal Care Aide course cover?
Why become Certified?
As a Certified Personal Care Aide, you can demonstrate to potential employers – from assisted living communities to home care agencies to private family clients – your commitment and dedication to providing the best care possible.
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Who hires Certified Personal Care Aides?
Personal Care Aides may work in assisted living communities as caregivers, for home care agencies or directly for individuals needing care in their homes. Many employers will give preference during hiring to individuals with this certification. Employers give preference to individuals with this Certification because it indicates a commitment to learning knowledge and skills in Personal Care, as well as saving them time and money, in many cases, in post-employment training. In most cases you will need additional training after you’re hired to become familiar with the company’s policies and procedures as well as specific job requirements. Some states or companies may require additional skills training, too, beyond this initial level of certification.
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Who has certified the Personal Care Aide course?
The Personal Care Aide Certification course is offered by our online Career School, licensed by the Oregon Department of Education, Institute for Professional Care Education. It meets rigorous standards as a complete, 40 hour course designed to prepare the individual to become a caregiver for elderly and disabled adults. Many long term care insurance companies will accept this Certification for reimbursement of caregiver expenses; some will reimburse the cost of this training program, too.
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Is it approved in my state?
Currently in the US there are few states that have an approval process for caregivers. While the federal government has recently acknowledged the job classification of Personal Care Aide, there is no federal standard for certification. Some states DO require approval but most states currently have no approval process. To see what your state requires, visit the National Clearinghouse on the Direct Care Workforce. If we can help further, please contact us at
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How does this Certification course work?
The Personal Care Aide certification course has three options:
- Personal Care Aide I Certification: This entry level course is completed 100% online. You do not attend any classes; you only need access to an internet-connected computer to complete your course.
- Personal Care Aide II Certification - Basic: This course combines the online 40 hour PCA-I course with an 8 hour classroom skills training session. The classroom skills session is taught by experienced caregiving professionals, and gives the student an opportunity to learn and practice crucial caregiving skills, as well as better understand how to provide care to the whole person. Skills classes are frequently held on Saturdays for student convenience. Contact a
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- Personal Care Aide II Certification – Job Finder’s Advantage... Coming Soon: Take your new career options one step farther by combining the comprehensive Personal Care Aide training with additional classes that will prepare you for successful entry into this profession. You’ll gain, as well, from a personal Student Advisor who will coach you through the online course and help you get the very most from your experience.
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What do I receive when I complete the course?
You will receive a Certificate of Completion which documents your successful course completion. You will also receive a detailed course outline which we recommend that you attach to your Certificate. Use this outline to show prospective employers exactly what topics you learned during this training program.
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What topics does the Personal Care Aide course cover?
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