Mandatory Annual Training for Nursing Assistants and Home Health Aides

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs) are required by federal regulations to complete a minimum of 12 hours of in-service training each year. These hours ensure continued competency in essential skills, patient safety, infection prevention, and quality of care delivery.

In Massachusetts and New Hampshire, this training also incorporates state-specific requirements, such as dementia care education and patient abuse prevention. Tufts Medicine Care at Home meets these obligations by providing a structural schedule of monthly educational offerings, making it easy for staff to stay compliant while strengthening the knowledge and skills that support exceptional, compassionate care.

To receive credit for mandatory annual training, staff must not only participate in the monthly education series but also complete the required follow-up through brief quizzes, attestations, or evaluation. After each session, use the links provided to confirm completion - signing in with your full first and last name and your Tufts Medicine Care at Home email address. This process ensures your participation is recorded accurately and your training hours are applied toward the annual requirements.