Qualifications Flashcards
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Which document must a PCA candidate typically submit to verify they can legally work in the United States?
Answer: Form I-9 employment eligibility verification
Form I-9 is required by federal law to verify identity and employment authorization for all new hires, including PCAs.
A PCA applicant has a 10-year-old misdemeanor conviction on their record. How does this most commonly affect their candidacy?
Answer: It is reviewed case-by-case depending on the nature of the offense and state law
Most states review older misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, considering the offense type, rehabilitation evidence, and applicable state regulations.
What is the minimum age requirement to work as a PCA in most US states?
Answer: 18 years old
Most states require PCAs to be at least 18 years old due to the responsibility of caring for vulnerable individuals.
Which physical requirement is most commonly assessed before a PCA begins employment?
Answer: TB test or health screening
A tuberculosis (TB) test or general health screening is typically required to protect both the caregiver and the clients they serve.
A state Medicaid program requires PCAs to complete 40 hours of training before seeing clients independently. This type of requirement is best described as:
Answer: Mandatory pre-service training
Pre-service training hours completed before independent client care are mandatory under many state Medicaid waiver programs.
Which of the following best describes the role of a skills competency checklist in PCA qualification?
Answer: It documents that a trainee can perform specific care tasks correctly
A skills competency checklist is used by supervisors or trainers to confirm that a PCA candidate can correctly perform required care tasks.
Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), PCAs are classified primarily as:
Answer: Domestic service workers entitled to minimum wage and overtime
The FLSA classifies most PCAs as domestic service workers, entitling them to federal minimum wage and overtime protections.