Home Care Aide (HCA) - 75‑Hour Training Based on Fundamentals of Caregiving, 3rd Edition - Washington State. This 75‑hour Home Care Aide training program is designed to prepare students for entry‑level employment providing hands‑on care and support to older adults and people with disabilities in home and community‑based settings. Using the Washington State-approved Fundamentals of Caregiving, 3rd Edition curriculum, the program combines classroom instruction with supervised skills practice to develop the knowledge, attitudes, and practical abilities required of a Home Care Aide. Students learn how to provide safe, person‑centered assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and eating, while promoting client dignity, independence, and choice. Instruction covers communication and interpersonal skills, legal and ethical responsibilities, client rights, confidentiality (HIPAA), and mandatory reporting of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The program emphasizes infection control, safety, emergency procedures, proper body mechanics, and the use of common assistive devices to protect both clients and caregivers from injury. Additional content introduces students to basic body systems and common chronic conditions, principles of observation and reporting, and, if included in the approved curriculum, basic vital‑sign and health monitoring skills. Students also receive focused training on dementia, mental health, and developmental disabilities, with practical strategies for responding to challenging behaviors and supporting clients with respect and sensitivity. Population‑specific topics address the unique needs of different client groups and the importance of culturally responsive care. Training is delivered in a classroom and skills‑lab environment that simulates real care settings. Through demonstrations, videos, case studies, role‑play, and return‑demonstration check‑offs, students practice and are evaluated on core caregiving skills and professional conduct. Upon successful completion of all required hours and competencies, students receive a certificate of completion that meets Washington State's 75‑hour basic training requirement for Home Care Aides. This qualifies graduates to apply to the Washington State Department of Health to take the Home Care Aide (HCA) certification exam. After passing the state exam and meeting all DOH requirements, graduates may obtain Home Care Aide certification and seek employment in settings such as private homes, home care agencies, adult family homes, and other long‑term care environments.