Training Obligations for Caregivers in Colorado's Home Care Sector
This video explains the training requirements for caregivers in Colorado’s Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) program. The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) mandates 20 hours of training covering essential skills such as communication, first aid, medication management, and infection control.
For agencies, keeping track of caregiver training can be complex. CareSmartz360 simplifies compliance by monitoring training hours, tracking completion, and keeping records audit-ready. It helps agencies ensure caregivers stay qualified and confident in delivering safe, high-quality care.
Training compliance protects agencies from penalties and builds trust with families by ensuring caregivers are well-prepared and state-approved.
Who we empower every day
By Role- Agency Owners – Maintain a fully trained & compliant caregiver workforce with ease.
- Caregivers – Access, complete & track required training hours.
- Care Managers – Supervise staff training completion & renewals.
- Supervisors – Verify caregiver readiness & skill levels.
- Schedulers – Assign qualified caregivers to client visits.
- On-Call Coordinators – Confirm training before filling shifts.
- Billers – Keep records to support payroll or compliance documentation.
Training compliance is the foundation of safe and trusted home care — and technology keeps agencies ahead of regulations without extra admin work.
With CareSmartz360, Colorado agencies can track caregiver training requirements effortlessly, avoid compliance gaps, & ensure every staff member is well-prepared to deliver exceptional care.