States licensed
51
Out of 51 jurisdictions tracked
Occupational licensing · Healthcare · 51 state boards
Home Health Aide Licensing Requirements by State
Licensing requirements, fees, education hours, exams and renewal cycles for home health aides across 51 state regulatory boards, compiled from official source data.
- States regulated
- 51
- Avg initial fee
- $100
- Require an exam
- 100%
- Avg education hours
- 1,000
Provides personal care services to patients in their homes.
What the data says about Home Health Aide licensing
Home Health Aide is regulated across 51 states, with 51 of 51 (100%) requiring a passing exam score and 51 (100%) requiring a criminal background check before issuing a license. Training requirements average 1,000 education hours across reporting states.
Continuing education requirements are minimal for this profession, with most states not mandating ongoing hours. Reciprocity and interstate compacts can shortcut the process for license-holders moving between states, but reciprocity rules vary state-to-state and typically still require a fee, a background check, and proof of good standing. The state-by-state table below shows the specific fee, exam, education, and reciprocity terms so you can compare before committing to an application.
Avg education hours
1,000 hrs
Required prelicensure training
Avg initial fee
$100
Application + first issuance
Adoption rates
States requiring an examination 100.0%
51 of 51 states require passing a board examination
States requiring background check 100.0%
51 of 51 states require a criminal-history check
State-by-State Requirements
51 states| State | Edu. Hours | Exam | Init. Fee | Renewal | Cycle | CE Hrs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Alaska | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Arizona | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Arkansas | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| California | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Colorado | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Connecticut | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Delaware | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| District of Columbia | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Florida | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Georgia | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Hawaii | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Idaho | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Illinois | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Indiana | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Iowa | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Kansas | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Kentucky | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Louisiana | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Maine | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Maryland | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Massachusetts | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Michigan | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Minnesota | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Mississippi | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Missouri | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Montana | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Nebraska | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Nevada | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| New Hampshire | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| New Jersey | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| New Mexico | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| New York | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| North Carolina | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| North Dakota | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Ohio | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Oklahoma | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Oregon | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Pennsylvania | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Rhode Island | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| South Carolina | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| South Dakota | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Tennessee | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Texas | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Utah | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Vermont | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Virginia | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Washington | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| West Virginia | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Wisconsin | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
| Wyoming | 1,000 | Yes | $100 | - | 2 yrs | 0 | View → |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many states license Home Health Aide professionals?
51 states require a license for Home Health Aide practitioners. Requirements vary significantly by state in terms of education hours, fees, and exam requirements.
What education is required to become a licensed Home Health Aide?
On average, states require approximately 1,000 hours of education or training, with requirements ranging from 1,000 to 1,000 hours.
What is the average licensing fee?
The average initial licensing fee is $100, ranging from $100 to $100 across states.
Can I transfer my license to another state?
License reciprocity varies by state. Many states participate in interstate compacts that allow license portability. Check the reciprocity information in the state-by-state details for your specific situation.
Do Home Health Aide licenses require an exam?
51 out of 51 states require passing an examination to obtain a home health aide license. Exam requirements, names, and formats vary by state, check the state-by-state table above for specifics.
Is a background check required for Home Health Aide licensing?
51 out of 51 states require a criminal background check as part of the home health aide licensing process. Background check requirements and disqualifying offenses vary by jurisdiction.
Related Guides
Data Sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), State licensing board websites. Data reflects research-based estimates; verify current requirements with your state licensing board before making career decisions.
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Data sourced from official state occupational-licensing board records and federal interstate compacts. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCredential
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