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Personal Care Aide (PCA) in Sioux Falls, SD

Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Sioux Falls-area Personal Care Aide (PCA)s

💰 Sioux Falls Area Salary

Entry Level
$22,000
Median
$29,430
Experienced
$37,000

Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Sioux Falls figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.

📋 About Personal Care Aide (PCA) Work in Sioux Falls

PCAs provide non-medical support — helping individuals with disabilities or chronic illness live independently. Different from HHAs in that PCAs focus more on social support and daily living assistance rather than clinical tasks.

What You Do Day-to-Day

  • Help with daily living activities
  • Provide transportation and errands
  • Assist with communication and social interaction
  • Support independent living skills
  • Coordinate with case managers

🎓 Training Programs Near Sioux Falls

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📈 Job Outlook

National Growth: 22% (Much faster than average)

National Jobs: 4.0M employed nationwide

Credential Required: State PCA Certification (varies)

Typical Program: PCA Certificate — 1–4 weeks