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HCA LEARNING PLANS IN SPANISH

The easiest way to earn your HCA training certificate is through one of our 100% online DSHS-approved HCA Learning Plans.
You can complete all of your HCA training online, including the virtual skills labs.
To determine which learning plan is the best fit for you, consider the HCA training you’ve already completed and the training that still remains on your to-do liste, including the virtual skills labs.
Have you completed any HCA training?
"Not yet, but I’m ready to get started!"
The HCA Learning Plan 1 is the full package and a perfect place to start. Check it out!
HCA Learning Plan 1 – $664
Best suited for caregivers working in an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) or Adult Family Home (AFH) who provide care for clients living with mental illness or dementia.
Included Courses:
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OS101 | Orientation and Safety
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CB100 | Essential Basic Training
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CC401 | Mental Health Level 1
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CC402 | Dementia Level 1
" I have completed the Orientation and Safety Training."
Great! Essential Basic Training and Population-Specific Training are still required.
Check out the HCA Learning Plan 3!
Check out the HCA Learning Plan 3!
HCA Learning Plan 3 – $644
Best suited for caregivers working in an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) or Adult Family Home (AFH) who provide care for clients living with mental illness or dementia. (Specialized training)
Included Courses:
CB100 | Essential Basic Training
CC401 | Mental Health Level 1
CC402 | Dementia Level 1
*This learning plan does not include Orientation and Safety Training. Proof of completion must be provided before the HCA Training Certificate is issued.
"I have completed the Population-Specific Training."
The HCA Learning Plan 5 includes the remaining training requirements: Orientation and Safety Training and Essential Basic Training
HCA Learning Plan 5 – $428
Best suited for caregivers who only need Orientation and Safety Training and Essential Basic Training.
Included Courses:
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OS101 | Orientation and Safety
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CB100 | Essential Basic Training
This learning plan does not include any courses that meet the minimum 12-hour population-specific training requirement. Completion certificates must be provided before the HCA Training Certificate is issued.
"I have completed Orientation and Safety Training and Population-Specific Training."
Wonderful! All that’s left is Essential Basic Training and HCA Learning Plan 6.
HCA Learning Plan 6 – $408
This plan is perfect for caregivers who only need Essential Basic Training. It’s a streamlined option to meet the required training quickly and efficiently, especially if you’re looking to check off the basics before diving into more specialized training. If this aligns with your current needs, it could be a great fit to wrap up the necessary certifications for your caregiving role!
Included Course:
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CB100 | Essential Basic Training
*This learning plan does not include any courses that fulfill the 5-hour Orientation and Safety Training requirement or the minimum 12-hour Population-Specific Training requirement. Completion certificates must be provided before the HCA Training Certificate is issued.
Do you need any guidance?
Together, we can determine the roadmap to certification that best suits you. Let me know if you need any guidance along the way!