How do I get an RCFE certification?

As you may know, having an RCFE (Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly) certification sets you apart from the competition. In California, this certification is a legal requirement and you must be 21 years of age or older to obtain one. The RFCE certification requires taking classes, taking a test, and paying the costs of the test and certification to the state of California.

Currently, there are about 8,000 residential care facilities for the elderly with a total of almost 179,000 beds. Don’t be surprised to learn that this is not enough to handle the aging demographic in CA. You see, California is in crisis mode trying to cope with all the necessary care for the elderly. It is definitely a growing industry.

The California State Exam for RCFE Certification is 100 questions. They are not difficult, but you cannot pass it without studying seriously and knowing the important details. Before taking the test, you must have completed high school or show GED equivalency. You will need to show that you have taken a minimum of 80 hours of classroom instruction before you are eligible to take the exam. Like all of these legitimate elderly care professions, a background check is absolutely necessary.

You can ask anyone at CANHR – California Nursing Home Reform Advocates – why an RCFE certification is so important. Due to issues in the past, the RCFE certification was created and has come a long way to solve the challenges with less than adequate care for our seniors in accommodation and care facilities. Elder abuse has decreased, quality of life has improved, and older people receive better care. Their families now have more options.

If you need your RCFE Certificate, then it makes sense to find a highly rated school to receive your instruction. It is recommended that you read the syllabus carefully and understand what will be taught. It is vital that you learn from a school that has competent and experienced instructors who have worked in the field. Instructors who can explain what to expect on a daily basis, as there is much more to learn than just the 100 questions on the RCFE state exam for certification.

Is the RCFE test difficult? Well, it is not easy, and if you have studied and understood what you have learned, you should do well. Again, as long as you have chosen the right RCFE school. The state of California wants to make sure you understand the rules and the law. That you will follow those rules and will not break the law. Each rule applies for a specific reason, and many of these reasons have stories behind them, none are arbitrary.