RCFE Staff Training and Qualifications 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How many hours of initial training must an RCFE administrator complete before operating a facility in California?
- 40 hours
- 60 hours
- 80 hours (Correct answer)
- 100 hours
Correct answer: 80 hours
California requires RCFE administrators to complete 80 hours of initial administrator certification training before operating.
Question 2: Which agency is responsible for issuing RCFE administrator certificates in California?
- Department of Public Health
- Department of Social Services (Correct answer)
- Board of Registered Nursing
- Health and Human Services Agency
Correct answer: Department of Social Services
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) oversees and issues RCFE administrator certification.
Question 3: How many hours of continuing education must a certified RCFE administrator complete every two years?
- 20 hours
- 30 hours
- 40 hours (Correct answer)
- 50 hours
Correct answer: 40 hours
Certified RCFE administrators must complete 40 hours of continuing education every two-year renewal period.
Question 4: What is the minimum age requirement for a person to be employed as an RCFE administrator in California?
- 18 years old
- 21 years old (Correct answer)
- 25 years old
- 30 years old
Correct answer: 21 years old
California regulations require RCFE administrators to be at least 21 years of age.
Question 5: Which of the following background check clearances is required for all RCFE staff before they may work with residents?
- FBI background check only
- Live Scan fingerprint clearance (Correct answer)
- Local police department clearance
- Court records self-disclosure only
Correct answer: Live Scan fingerprint clearance
All RCFE employees must obtain Live Scan fingerprint clearance through the California Department of Justice before working with residents.
Question 6: Within how many hours of employment must a new RCFE staff member complete their initial first aid and CPR training if not already certified?
- 24 hours
- 48 hours
- 72 hours
- Within 30 days (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Within 30 days
New RCFE staff must obtain first aid and CPR certification within 30 days of being hired if not previously certified.
RCFE Staff Training and Qualifications 1
How many hours of initial training must an RCFE administrator complete before operating a facility in California?