Caregiver training requirements in Illinois

Illinois requires 10 hours of initial training for non-medical caregivers, plus 10 hours each year. Home services workers need 10 hours of initial training: 5 hours before the first assignment and the other 5 within the first 30 days. Topics include job duties, dementia, infection control, emergencies and basic first aid, confidentiality, and abuse and neglect reporting. Workers must pass a competency evaluation before the first assignment.

How many hours of training are required?

What ongoing training is required?

At least 10 hours of training in each year of employment, covering client rights, disaster procedures, infection control, abuse and neglect, and daily living tasks.

What should you confirm with the state?

The $1,500 figure is the legal maximum; the Illinois Department of Public Health sets the actual fee. Confirm the current fee and license renewal period with IDPH. Placement agencies hold a separate license and require at least 8 hours of training before a worker's first assignment.

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.