RCFE Administrator Designated Substitute
Professional training for the next generation of RCFE leaders.
Available spots
Service Description
Fulfill your 8-hour Continuing Education requirement or prepare for a leadership role with this specialized training. This comprehensive program is designed for those seeking to become a Designated Substitute or maintain their California RCFE certification. The Designated Substitute Administrator (RCFE) Course is an 8-hour targeted training program designed to strengthen leadership continuity, regulatory compliance, and risk management within Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly. This course is strategically developed for Executive Directors, Owners, and current Administrators, as well as caregivers and business managers seeking professional growth, leadership development, or advancement into supervisory roles. A key operational vulnerability in RCFE settings occurs during periods when the licensed Administrator is absent. Without properly trained leadership coverage, facilities face increased risk of regulatory non-compliance, delayed incident reporting, inconsistent staff supervision, and compromised resident safety. This course addresses that gap by preparing participants to function effectively as Designated Substitutes, capable of maintaining oversight and ensuring adherence to Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 requirements. Participants will develop a practical understanding of the authority, responsibilities, and limitations of the Designated Substitute role, with emphasis on high-risk operational areas including incident reporting, staffing oversight, medication management, resident rights, and admission/retention decisions. Through scenario-based learning and applied decision-making, learners will build the confidence and competence necessary to respond to complex situations, prioritize competing demands, and make defensible, regulation-aligned decisions in real time.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy As stated on our website, all cancellations or rescheduling requests must be submitted at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the scheduled class start date. • Cancellations or rescheduling requests made more than 72 hours before the class start date may be transferred to a future training date, subject to availability. • Cancellations made within 72 hours of the class start date are non-refundable and non-transferable. • Failure to attend class without prior notice (“no-show”) will result in forfeiture of the scheduled training session and any associated fees. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing through email or the official contact methods listed on our website. Attendance and Tardiness Policy Attendance for the full duration of each training day is mandatory. • Any absence from a scheduled training day will require the student to complete a make-up session for that specific day. • Tardiness or leaving class early by more than fifteen (15) minutes will be considered an absence for that training day and will require a make-up session. Make-Up Session Policy Students who miss a training day, or who are tardy by more than fifteen (15) minutes, are required to complete a make-up session before receiving course completion documentation. • The fee for each make-up day is $100.00 per day. • Make-up sessions must be scheduled through Nice Little Training Center and are subject to instructor and class availability. • Students must complete all required make-up hours before a certificate of completion will be issued.