Direct Care Worker
Grow Your Direct Care Workforce with 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
State-Aligned Curriculum
100% Virtual
OVERVIEW
Program At-a-Glance
DURATION
25 Training Hours
Delivered as Live, Virtual Instruction
DELIVERY
100% Online
Online learning via online classroom sessions
MASTERY
Competency Based
Competency in communication, safety, and client rights
OUTCOME
Certificate of Completion
Eligibility for state-funded wage increases and stackable credentials
CURRICULUM
What You’ll Learn
Foundations of Practice: Roles, professionalism and caregiver responsibilities
Safety & Infection Control: Emergency procedures, hygiene, PPE and safe practices
Caring & Compassion: Supporting dignity, mental health needs, dementia care and independence
Therapeutic Communication: Verbal/nonverbal interaction, documentation and cultural awareness
Patient Rights & Ethics: Respect, abuse prevention, HIPAA, and ethical care delivery
PROCESS
How It Works
Apply & Enroll
Receive access to virtual classroom links and course materials.
Complete 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.