Get the training and support you need to run a successful Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. Our comprehensive courses cover licensing requirements, administrator certification, and continuing education to keep your team compliant and confident.
Our industry experts and educators provide comprehensive training that meets all California Department of Social Services requirements. Whether you’re seeking initial certification, administrator training, or continuing education units, we offer flexible online and live class options designed for busy professionals.
All courses are taught by instructors with decades of real-world experience in residential care facility management, ensuring you receive practical knowledge that translates directly to your daily operations.
$659.00 $599.00
Complete your mandatory 80-hour administrator certification course. This comprehensive program covers all DSS requirements including regulations, resident care, emergency procedures, and facility management.
Complete your mandatory 80-hour initial RCFE administrator certification course. This comprehensive program covers all DSS requirements including regulations, resident care, emergency procedures, and facility management.
| Format: | Online & Live Zoom Classes |
| Total Hours: | 80 |
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Meet your annual continuing education requirements with our comprehensive 40-hour package. Choose from a variety of topics including dementia care, medication management, and infection control.
| Format: | Online & Live Zoom Classes |
| CEUs: | 40 CEU Credits |
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Complete your renewal requirements with our 2-day RCFE live classes, delivered via Zoom and providing 20 hours of DSS-approved live training. Pair these with 20 online hours to meet the full 40-hour requirement for RCFE and ARF certification renewal.
| Format: | 100% Online (via Webinar) |
| CEUs: | 20 CEU Credits |
| Investment: | $199.00 / student |
Choose any one of our available live class dates to earn 10 hours of DSS-approved RCFE or ARF continuing education. This single-day option is ideal for administrators who don’t need the full 20 hours of Live training.
| Format: | 100% Online (via Webinar) |
| CEUs: | 10 CEU Credits |
| Investment: | $125.00 / student |
Meet your continuing education requirements with our preselected 11-class online RCFE Administrator CEU package. This bundle provides up to 20 hours of the CEUs you need to renew your RCFE and/or ARF certificate.
| Format: | 100% Online |
| CEUs: | 20 CEU Credits |
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Meet DSS staff training requirements with our all-inclusive online subscription. Access caregiver, dementia, and medication training for both new and existing staff, all available on any device with instant certificates and narrated 2-hour classes.
| Format: | 100% Online |
| Timeline: | Monthly or Yearly Subscription |
| Investment: | Starting at: $60 (Up to 5 Users) |
RCFE administrator certification is a state-mandated 80-hour training program required for individuals who manage or operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in California. The program prepares administrators to meet state regulations, oversee daily operations, and ensure quality care and compliance within licensed RCFE communities.
The RCFE administrator certification includes 80 total training hours. Most learners finish within two to three weeks.
Yes. RCFE administrator certification courses offered by Assisted Living Education are approved by the California Department of Social Services.
To enroll in RCFE administrator certification, applicants must be at least 21 years old and meet California Department of Social Services background clearance and licensing eligibility requirements, including Live Scan fingerprinting. They must complete a state-approved RCFE administrator training program and pass the state certification exam. Ongoing compliance and continuing education are required to maintain certification.
RCFE administrators must complete 40 continuing education unit hours (CEU) every two years to renew their certification in California.
Yes. RCFE continuing education units (CEUs) may be completed online; however, at least 20 of the required 40 hours must be completed through live instruction (live via Zoom). The remaining hours may be completed through approved self-paced online courses.
You should begin RCFE renewal training 60 to 90 days before your license expiration date.
Online training is self-paced. Live training follows scheduled Zoom sessions with an instructor. Both formats offer the same approved credit to meet California certification requirements.
Certificates for online training are available immediately after completion. Certificates for live training Zoom classes are issued within one to two business days after the session ends.
You receive 90 days of course access after enrollment. This timeframe allows most learners to complete training comfortably, even while balancing work and personal responsibilities.
The cost of RCFE administrator certification is $599 and includes all required training hours, class materials, and completion documentation needed to meet state requirements.
Yes. Assisted Living Education offers payment options for qualifying learners. Our team can review available options and help you decide what works best for your situation.
Yes. Many employers cover training costs as part of professional development or onboarding. You may check with your employer about reimbursement or direct payment options.
Yes. You may continue working in other roles while completing the course. However, you cannot act as an RCFE administrator until certified.
Training includes Title 22 regulations, resident care standards, medication management, dementia care, and facility operations. These topics prepare administrators to manage compliance, safety, and daily operations.
Jane Van Dyke-Perez, Founder & Primary Educator
Jane is an effective and entertaining communicator, certified RCFE Administrator with more than 25 years of hands-on assisted living industry experience. She served as Executive Director of Compliance and Training, Administrator, and Licensing Specialist for one of the largest owner/operators and management companies in California. Jane shares real-life experiences and practical ways to deal with challenging situations, teaching you what you need to know to be successful in this rewarding industry.
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