Caregiver training requirements in Rhode Island

Rhode Island requires 20 hours of initial training for non-medical caregivers. Homemakers must complete a basic training program of twenty (20) hours of classroom instruction, plus at least five hours of practical experience, and pass the program's final examination before working as a homemaker.

How many hours of training are required?

What ongoing training is required?

An in-service education program must run on an ongoing basis, with annual performance evaluations; no hour minimum is set.

What should you confirm with the state?

The license fee is set in a separate fee rule; confirm the current amount with the Rhode Island Department of Health. The licensing rule doesn't mention a surety bond. Personal care is typically delivered by registered nursing assistants, who have their own training requirements.

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.