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RCFE Administrator Certification Exam
2025–2026 – The most comprehensive
study and review guide for California’s
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly
(RCFE) licensing test. Includes 100 verified
questions, correct answers, and expert
rationales based
Question 1
What is the primary regulatory body overseeing Residential
Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) in California?
A) Department of Health Care Services
B) California Department of Aging
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C) California Department of Social Services
D) Department of Public Health
Correct Answer: C) California Department of Social Services
Rationale: The California Department of Social Services (CDSS),
specifically the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD),
regulates RCFEs. While other agencies may have overlapping
interests (e.g., Department of Public Health for skilled nursing
facilities), CDSS is the primary licensing and oversight authority
for community care facilities including RCFEs.
Question 2
Which California Code of Regulations (CCR) division and chapter
govern RCFEs?
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A) Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8
B) Title 17, Division 4, Chapter 2
C) Title 42, Division 5, Chapter 3
D) Title 15, Division 2, Chapter 6
Correct Answer: A) Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8
Rationale: RCFEs in California are regulated under Title 22 of
the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Division 6 (Licensing of
Community Care Facilities), Chapter 8 (Residential Care Facilities
for the Elderly), Sections 87100–87777. This regulatory
framework establishes licensing requirements, resident rights,
staff qualifications, physical plant standards, and operational
procedures.
Question 3
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How many questions are on the California RCFE Administrator
Certification Exam, and how much time is allotted?
A) 75 questions, 90 minutes
B) 100 questions, 120 minutes
C) 100 questions, 90 minutes
D) 150 questions, 180 minutes
Correct Answer: B) 100 questions, 120 minutes
Rationale: The RCFE exam consists of 100 questions to be
completed in 120 minutes (2 hours). This differs from other
administrator exams—ARF, GH, and STRTP exams have 75
questions and 90 minutes. Candidates must achieve a score of
70% or higher to pass.
Question 4
RCFE Administrator Certification Exam
2025–2026 – The most comprehensive
study and review guide for California’s
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly
(RCFE) licensing test. Includes 100 verified
questions, correct answers, and expert
rationales based
Question 1
What is the primary regulatory body overseeing Residential
Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) in California?
A) Department of Health Care Services
B) California Department of Aging
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C) California Department of Social Services
D) Department of Public Health
Correct Answer: C) California Department of Social Services
Rationale: The California Department of Social Services (CDSS),
specifically the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD),
regulates RCFEs. While other agencies may have overlapping
interests (e.g., Department of Public Health for skilled nursing
facilities), CDSS is the primary licensing and oversight authority
for community care facilities including RCFEs.
Question 2
Which California Code of Regulations (CCR) division and chapter
govern RCFEs?
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A) Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8
B) Title 17, Division 4, Chapter 2
C) Title 42, Division 5, Chapter 3
D) Title 15, Division 2, Chapter 6
Correct Answer: A) Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8
Rationale: RCFEs in California are regulated under Title 22 of
the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Division 6 (Licensing of
Community Care Facilities), Chapter 8 (Residential Care Facilities
for the Elderly), Sections 87100–87777. This regulatory
framework establishes licensing requirements, resident rights,
staff qualifications, physical plant standards, and operational
procedures.
Question 3
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How many questions are on the California RCFE Administrator
Certification Exam, and how much time is allotted?
A) 75 questions, 90 minutes
B) 100 questions, 120 minutes
C) 100 questions, 90 minutes
D) 150 questions, 180 minutes
Correct Answer: B) 100 questions, 120 minutes
Rationale: The RCFE exam consists of 100 questions to be
completed in 120 minutes (2 hours). This differs from other
administrator exams—ARF, GH, and STRTP exams have 75
questions and 90 minutes. Candidates must achieve a score of
70% or higher to pass.
Question 4
