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Assisted Living Caregiver
When you decide to join the Assisted Living Caregiver program at Lifework, you are becoming a valued member of one of the most renowned caregiver programs in Arizona. Congratulations on taking this amazing first step towards a rewarding journey!
PROGRAMS THAT FIT YOUR SCHEDULE
2025 Course Costs:
- PDF Manual
- $50 Technology fee
- $100 Supply Fee
- $200 Registration fee
- $400 Tuition
Total Course Cost: $750.00
Required to Register for Class:
- Students must be at least 18 years old to become a Caregiver.
- The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are a currently Arizona Certified Nursing Assistant and want the Assisted Living Caregiver training, you are eligible for the Caregiver Bridge program.
This is a 62 hour course:
(42 hours in class & 20 hours online)
Classes in Mesa
1 week
Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 4:00PM
OR
2 weekends
Saturday and Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm
Consists of instruction, discussion and chapter tests to test comprehension of course materials.
Find Your Class
Mesa
1833 W Main St, STE 131
Daytime
Monday - Friday
Registration for 2025 starts soon!
1/6/2025
2/3/2025
3/3/2025
4/7/2025
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8/4/2025
9/1/2025
10/6/2025
11/3/2025
12/1/2025
Mesa
1833 W Main St, STE 131
Weekend
Saturday & Sunday
Registration for 2025 starts soon!
1/11/2025
2/8/2025
3/8/2025
4/12/2025
5/10/2025
6/14/2025
7/12/2025
8/9/2025
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12/6/2025
Questions
Call us at 480-461-1806
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Why Lifework?
Lifework is the leader in short-term healthcare training in Arizona. Alumni from Lifework can be found in practically every hospital, lab, and healthcare facility around the state and country. With decades of experience, wonderful instructors and friendly staff, Lifework is the right choice for you.
Assisted Living Caregiver Program Description
Course Structure:
Assisted Living Caregiver students will complete a minimum of 62 hours of course attendance as mandated by the state board.
Caregiver students will receive login credentials for the distance learning materials. The distance learning chapters can be completed before, after or during the classroom phase. All instructions and log in credentials necessary to complete the distance learning portion of the course are delivered to the email address the student provides during registration.
Next, Caregiver students will attend and complete 42 hours of classroom instruction. During the Caregiver course, students must pass all chapter exams with an 80% or higher. To help students study and prepare for the exams, Caregiver students are provided with online study aids accessible via the eLearning class portal.
Caregiver students must pass the Assisted Living Caregiver course final exam with an 80% or higher. Upon passing students are eligible to sit for the Arizona State Board NCIA Exam.
Caregiver Curriculum:
As a student, you will learn required skills and materials associated with assisted living care, including:
- Legal and ethical issues
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Service plans
- Infection control
- Nutrition and food preparation
- Fire, safety, and emergency procedures
- Home environment and maintenance
- Basic caregiver skills
- Mental health and social services
- Care of the cognitively impaired resident
- Basic restorative services
- Medication management.
Caregiver instruction will be delivered by hands-on practice, class discussion, videos, and eLearning materials. Come prepared to learn and participate!
Caregiver Course Requirements:
- Complete 20 eLearning Hours and 42 classroom hours for a total of 62 hours.
- Complete Requirements for an Arizona Food Handlers Card and submit copy to Lifework.
- Pass all class exams and the course final exam with an 80% or higher.
- Pass the Arizona State Final Exam through D&S Diversified Technology.
- To take the State Exam you must have a social security number and US Government issued, photo-bearing form of identification.
Possible Additional Costs:
- Maricopa County Food Handler’s Card – approximately $14.00 (may vary). This is required to take the Arizona Written Final Exam.
- Arizona State Written Final Exam through D&S Diversified Technology = $65.00
(PLEASE NOTE: To work in Assisted Living, employment applicants must have current certification in CPR/FA; have a current Negative TB Test; and, have a fingerprint clearance card from DPS. These are not requirements to take this course, but if you plan on working as a caregiver immediately after completion it is best to start these processes right away.) - CPR & First Aid training is available at HeartSavers (conveniently offered in multiple Arizona locations).
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Assisted Living and Caregiver Services in Arizona. Whether you're seeking information about Caregiver qualifications or the differences between various roles, we're here to help you navigate your options with confidence.
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Yes, caregivers must be certified to work in assisted living facilities in Arizona. Completing the Assisted Living Caregiver course with Lifework Education equips you with essential skills and prepares you to pass the Arizona State Board NCIA Exam, a requirement for certification. By enrolling in Lifework’s program, you take a significant step towards a fulfilling career in caregiving, backed by a reputable institution that prioritizes your success.
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Caregivers must have current certification in CPR and First Aid to work effectively in assisted living environments. Knowing CPR is crucial for responding to emergencies and ensuring the safety of residents. Lifework Education offers comprehensive CPR courses that can enhance your skills and prepare you for a successful career in caregiving—consider enrolling in our CPR & First Aid course to meet this vital requirement.
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The primary difference between a Certified Caregiver and a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) lies in their training and scope of practice. A Certified Caregiver typically provides personal care and support to residents in assisted living facilities, focusing on daily living activities, while a CNA has more extensive medical training and can perform clinical tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting nurses with patient care. If you're interested in a broader range of healthcare responsibilities, you might consider becoming a CNA; you can learn more about our CNA program at Lifework to explore this rewarding career path.
Approvals
Lifework is proud to offer our proprietary CPR and First Aid certification courses. We are also a national partner and Licensed Training Provider with the American Red Cross (ARC), and operate several American Heart Association (AHA) and Health and Safety Institute (HSI) Training Centers. All resuscitation courses follow the guidelines published by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR).
We offer several professional training programs, including EMT, CNA, Caregiver, and phlebotomy, all of which are approved by the relevant state agencies. Currently, only the paramedic program is included under the ABHES grant of accreditation.
Lifework’s paramedic program is accredited by CAAHEP under the recommendation of CoAEMSP and institutionally accredited in Peoria, Arizona, by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).