depends on the facility you work for and what kind of care giver job it is.

Hi I’m no expert but I am a caregiver thru and home health agency and I do not have any experience and I got hired.. not once but 2 time

At least one year or ger a cna license at an in house facility or nursing home!

You're absolutely right.

Being a caregiver isn't all about experience. Each client or resident is unique in their own particular situation, state of health both mentally and physically, their specific needs, likes, wants and dislikes. They each have their own personalities, their own way of dealing with their limitations and their decline. In caregiving we think we have seen it all...every possible combination of who what when where why and how but the truth is no amount of time spent can prepare you for the next joy or the next challenge. You'll never have the same experience twice. Therefore experience doesn't prepare you for success in this field...most of the time...experience ruins the experience for everyone. Caregiving is more about attitude, open mindedness, a willingness to compromise beyond any natural gift. It's more about meeting these people in the middle and actually giving a damn about the end result! And doing that as often as possible on THEIR terms. Caregiving is not something that co.es natural to most people. Only the ones with a greater understanding on the importance of dignity and respect and are willing to go that extra mile in the process of helping these individuals maintain their dignity...preserve their lifestyle, keep a clear mind, be as independent and active, and lucid as possible for as long as possible all while protecting them not only from themselves, their families, their DELUSION sometimes. And their fears from taking over. Here in Michigan, most employers of caregivers don't require any experience at all as long as you're not passing meds. It's kind of one of those things where you're almost better off without the experience. It never carries over from one client or resident to the next. It doesn't make you any better a caregiver...what makes you a desirable caregiver is a can do attitude, a mind that can look past its own perception, the ability to accept that there is no correct answer...you need to be creative, learn to hold their attention without demanding it , you have to understand that support and encouragement and genuine love and concern for the rest of mankind including and especially the weak, frail, elderly, or slightly confused is exactly what will make you a top tier , highly desireable caregiver to any employer in this business. Point is you don't need experience. You'll learn as you go...one by one,. In the moment, through individual and very singularly unique moments that you will share. All in all, the best caregiver experience and the most effective resume in this 04qfieldvv

One needs compassion, empathy, patience and understanding. I say treat your client or patient as if he/she were your parent or grandparent Also, as hard as it is... Try not to get attached

One year is substantial

12 years plus

Employers usually look for at least one year in caregiving. But I started as a homemaker and kind of worked my way up. I don’t have a CNA license but have been a caregiver for 3 years now. Some jobs will require a CNA certification, but they won’t pay you that much more to have it. Hope this helps.

You can be a cdac provider like I was (not sure what it would be called where you live. ) in that case life experience for the most part some things you can't do with out the right degree. Your dhs office is a good place to start. Especially if it's to help take care of a family member or friend