Caregiver training requirements in Connecticut

Connecticut does not set a number of training hours for non-medical caregivers. The homemaker-companion statute sets no general training-hour requirement for employees. Agencies that advertise staff trained for memory difficulties must disclose the type of training and number of hours.

How many hours of training are required?

What should you confirm with the state?

Caregiver checks don't have to be fingerprint-based, but the agency owner must submit to state and national criminal history checks. If your agency will provide hands-on personal care beyond what the Department of Consumer Protection registration covers, confirm with the Department of Public Health whether you also need a home health aide agency license.

Is training time paid?

Yes. Required training for caregivers you employ is hours worked, so it is paid and counts toward overtime. Add training hours to each caregiver's weekly total with the overtime calculator and track them on the schedule template.