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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 Texas
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All Texas resources
Texas does not set a number of training hours for non-medical caregivers. No hour minimum. Personal assistance services may be performed by an unlicensed person at least 18 years old who has demonstrated competency; the agency must have a written supervision policy.
How many hours of training are required?
| Requirement | Texas |
|---|---|
| Initial training | No set hours |
| Annual training | No set hours |
| Rule | 26 TAC § 558.404 |
What should you confirm with the state?
Applications go through HHSC's TULIP portal. State law refers to Department of Public Safety criminal history records and doesn't mention fingerprints. Confirm application steps and orientation and staff training requirements with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
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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