Back to School for Caregivers
Avida's new PCW training portal is almost here. Get free, self-paced training on how to become a supportive provider and obtain your ForwardHealth provider number — all from your phone, tablet, or computer.
What's Included
Everything You Need to Get Started
This isn't just a course — it's your roadmap to becoming a confident, paid caregiver in Wisconsin.
Free Supportive Provider Course
Learn what it means to be a supportive Personal Care Worker, from professionalism and boundaries to hands-on daily living assistance.
Get Your ForwardHealth Provider Number
We'll walk you through the steps to register with ForwardHealth and obtain the provider number you need to start working.
Get Paid to Care for Family
Discover how Wisconsin Medicaid programs let family caregivers earn income while caring for loved ones at home.
Course Preview
What You Will Learn
Module 1: Welcome to Back-to-School PCW Training
- What a PCW does
- Supportive provider mindset
- Program overview
Module 2: Becoming a Supportive Provider
- Professional boundaries
- Communication skills
- Person-centered care
- Cultural sensitivity
Module 3: ForwardHealth Provider Enrollment
- Provider number basics
- Application walkthrough
- Required documents
- Common mistakes to avoid
Module 4: Activities of Daily Living
- Bathing & grooming
- Dressing & toileting
- Mobility assistance
- Meal support
Module 5: Safety & Documentation
- Fall prevention
- Home safety checks
- Care notes
- HIPAA basics
Launch Timeline
Mark Your Calendar
- 1
Join the Waitlist
Sign up now and we'll send you early access details.
- 2
Portal Opens in September
Create your account and start the free course at your own pace.
- 3
Get Your Provider Number
Follow our ForwardHealth guide and begin your caregiving career.
Opening September 2026
Bilingual support available. Complete the course on any device.
Get Notified First
Leave your email and we'll let you know the moment the Back-to-School portal opens.
By joining, you agree to receive email updates about Avida PCW training.
Questions
Back-to-School FAQs
When does the Back-to-School PCW training portal launch?
We're opening enrollment in September. Join the waitlist and you'll be the first to know the exact date.
Is the course really free?
Yes — Avida is offering this introductory supportive provider course at no cost to help more caregivers get started.
Do I need experience to take the training?
No experience is required. The course is built for beginners who want to learn how to become a paid caregiver.
What is a ForwardHealth provider number?
It's the ID Wisconsin uses to authorize Personal Care Workers to provide Medicaid-billable services. We'll show you how to get it.
Prefer Email?
Send questions about the Back-to-School PCW training portal to info@avidahealth.org.