Grow Your Direct Care Workforce with Flexible, Foundational Caregiver Training
Build foundational caregiving skills through flexible, virtual training aligned with Michigan requirements. Learn to provide safe, compassionate daily living support in homes, long-term care, and community settings.
25 Training Hours
Stackable Pathway
100% Virtual
State-Aligned
Course At-a-Glance
FORMAT
100% Online learning via online classroom sessions
TOTAL TRAINING HOURS
25 Hours
(Delivered as Live, Virtual Instruction)
MASTERY STANDARD
Competency in communication, safety, and client rights.
Completion of online work
OUTCOME
Certificate of Completion
Eligibility for state-funded wage increases and stackable credentials
What You’ll Learn
Foundations of Direct Care — roles, professionalism, and caregiver responsibilities
Safety & Infection Control — emergency procedures, hygiene, PPE, and safe practices
Therapeutic Communication — verbal/nonverbal interaction, documentation, cultural awareness
Caring & Compassion — supporting dignity, mental health needs, dementia care, and independence
Client Rights & Ethics — respect, abuse prevention, HIPAA, and ethical care delivery
How It Works
Apply & Enroll
Receive access to virtual classroom links and course materials.Complete 25 Hours of Online Training
Attend scheduled live sessions and complete competency activities.Earn Your Certificate
Graduate with a Michigan-aligned Direct Care Worker Certificate and build pathways toward CNA, MA-C, CHW, and nursing programs.
Ready to Get Started?
Gain essential skills for entry into healthcare and long-term care careers with the ESHP Training Academy.