PERSONAL CARE AIDE 

This program has been developed by the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) to establish a uniform training curriculum. Its purpose is to train and teach qualified persons to provide personal care services under Medicaid Waivers. DMAS hopes that this program will assist in recruiting and retaining qualified personal care aides.

DMAS Requirements for Personal Care Aides (PCA) include: 
1. Must be 18 years of age or older
2. Must be able to read and write in English to the degree necessary to perform the tasks expected 
3. Must be able to perform the tasks required

The following content will be taught:
1. The Elderly 
2. Personal Care and Rehabilitative Services 
3. Home Management 
4. Safety and Accident Prevention in the Home
5. Food, Nutrition, and Meal Preparation 
6. Documentation Requirements for Medicaid Recipients
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HANDS-ON SKILLS TAUGHT AND PRACTICED.  INSTRUCTOR  DEMONSTRATION AND VIDEO DEMONSTRATION USED. RETURN DEMONSTRATION IS REQUIRED OF EACH STUDENT IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE COURSE.

Tuition: $300  / Start with $200.00 down 
​** Must have access to the internet to complete homework and discussions topics***
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Uniform: 
White scrub top (the school provides 1 scrub top)
Black scrub Pants 

Requirements:
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • The ability to read and write English 
  • ​All tattoos must be covered 
  • Nails must be short with no artificial covering
  • No facial piercings 
  • Only ear lobe piercings allowed  
  • ​Long hair must be pulled back 
  • ​No head scarves or wraps(unless for religious purposes), no caps or hats when in uniform