Individual caregiver providers not working for any state or private licensed agency, in other words being paid directly by the client or client family, are exempt from the requirement to be certified, however, many long term care insurance policies require a licensed or certified provider. Also having HCA certification conveys a level of competency to potential clients.

To be certified in Washington State, you need to complete 75 hours of DSHS-approved training and have ongoing yearly training. If you are interested in become a certified caregiver and would like support, please visit San Juan County’s HCA program https://sanjuansedc.org/hca/