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Caregiver Training Requirements by State: What Agencies Need to Know
There is no federal training rule for non-medical caregivers. States set hours from 5 to 75. Six states compared, with sources, plus what to document for a survey.
Caregiver training requirements in Massachusetts
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All Massachusetts resources
Massachusetts does not set a number of training hours for non-medical caregivers. The act requires training for home care workers and staff on topics such as confidentiality, infection control, emergencies, and dementia care. It sets no hour minimum; EOHHS regulations will fill in details.
How many hours of training are required?
| Requirement | Massachusetts |
|---|---|
| Initial training | No set hours |
| Annual training | No set hours |
| Rule | Mass. Acts 2026, Ch. 180 |
What ongoing training is required?
Annual and ongoing training is required; no hours set in the act.
What should you confirm with the state?
Massachusetts' new home care agency license law takes effect November 4, 2026, and licensing rules are expected in 2027. License fees haven't been set yet. Check with the Executive Office of Health and Human Services for the current rules and application timeline.
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.
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