80-Hour RCFE Certification: Taught by an Administrator
25 years running California RCFEs. Live on Zoom, Fridays and Saturdays, three weekends. CDSS-approved. $599.
If this sounds familiar
You already know you could run the place
You have been in assisted living long enough to see how it is supposed to work and how it actually does. You have covered for administrators. You have caught things before the state did.
So you looked up the requirements. Maybe you got as far as a course page, read the schedule, and closed the tab. Most people stop at one of these three.
- The schedule. Six straight weekdays, 8am to 6:30pm. That is two work weeks you do not have.
- The money. $599 is real money when rent is due and the paycheck is already spoken for.
- The risk. What if you pay, sit through all 80 hours, and still do not pass the exam?
“Nobody puts this off because they are lazy. They put it off because the schedule does not fit their life. So we changed the schedule.”
Ben Pak, InstructorThose are the right things to worry about
They are also the three things we built this program around.
Three Fridays, not two weeks
Classes run Fridays and Saturdays across three weekends. You take three days off instead of ten, keep your shifts, and keep most of your income while you get certified.
Next cohort: September 4You have Payment Options
Payment plans are available. Tell us before you enroll and we will split the fee across your pay periods instead of all in one.
Just let us know!If you do not pass, you do not pay twice
California gives you three attempts at the exam. If you use all three and have to repeat the 80 hours, you retake the whole course with us at no charge.
In writing, before you enrollNot sure yet? Call or text 213-828-0202 and ask before you pay a cent.
Upcoming Live Classes
Live on Zoom — Fridays & Saturdays
CDSS-Approved · Live Zoom Instruction · $599
Live Zoom Classes
Real-time instruction led by knowledgeable instructors who bring valuable, hands-on experience to help you navigate day-to-day operations with confidence.
CDSS-Approved Curriculum
Our 80-hour program is fully approved by California's Department of Social Services. You graduate with a state-recognized certificate that allows you to take the state test to become a licensed RCFE administrator.
Real Instructor Support
You are never left to figure it out alone. Your instructor — an experienced RCFE administrator — answers questions live during class and is reachable between sessions.
100+ Graduates Trained
Hundreds of California caregivers have launched or advanced their RCFE careers through Assisted Living Training Center. You are joining a network of working professionals who have done it through the Assisted Living Training Center.
About Your Instructor
Training Built on Real-World Experience
Ben Pak is a seasoned senior living executive with over 25 years of experience in Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs). As an accomplished Executive Director, business owner, and instructor, he brings deep expertise in operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership within California’s assisted living sector.
Throughout his career, Ben has successfully led high-performing communities, ensuring compliance with Title 22 regulations while maintaining a strong focus on resident care, safety, and quality of life. He is also a respected educator, developing and delivering training programs for RCFE administrators and staff, with an emphasis on practical application and regulatory excellence.
In addition to his operational leadership, Ben has owned and managed senior care businesses, demonstrating a strong track record in strategic growth, financial management, and community engagement. He is known for his collaborative leadership style, commitment to professional development, and dedication to advancing standards in senior care.
- Licensed RCFE Administrator in California
- CDSS-Approved Vendor #20006727401
- 25+ years in assisted living operations
our training programs
Comprehensive RCFE Training for Every Stage of Your Career
80-Hour Initial RCFE Certification
Pass the state exam and open your facility — in just 10 days. This is the complete foundational program required to become a licensed RCFE Administrator in California. Live instruction, real-world scenarios, and everything CDSS looks for on inspection day.
40-Hour Administrator Renewal
California requires recertification every two years — and this course satisfies the full requirement in one flexible program. Stay current, stay compliant, and keep your focus where it belongs: running your facility.
8-Hour Annual Continuing Education
Meet your annual CE requirement without disrupting your operations. One focused day covering the regulatory updates, best practices, and emerging care standards California administrators need to know — and nothing they don't.
Specialized Trainings
Topic-specific sessions for administrators and staff who want to go deeper — dementia care, medication management, mental health residents, infection control, and more. Strengthen your team's competencies and stay ahead of CDSS audit standards.
Everything You Need to Pass — and Actually Run a Facility
What’s Included in the 80-Hour Program
60 hours of live, instructor-led Zoom sessions
Real-time instruction with an active RCFE administrator. Ask questions, work through scenarios, and get the context that textbooks never provide.
20 hours of guided online self-study modules
Reinforce what you learn in class with our curated online modules — structured to match your schedule, not the other way around.
All course materials and study guides included
No extra purchases. No hidden fees. Every reference guide, practice worksheet, and exam prep resource is built into your enrollment fee.
WHY ASSISTED LIVING TRAINING CENTER
Our Commitment to Your Success
Built for Working Professionals
Weekdays and weekends cohorts available. Complete the 80-Hour program without taking time off work.
Small Cohorts, Real Attention
Limited enrollment means you get instructor access throughout — not a webinar of 200 strangers.
State Exam Prep Support
We cover what CDSS tests. If you have questions after the course, we’re here — not gone after completion day.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
Real Results from Real Students
Jane Anderson
RCFE Administrator Candidate
“I had been working in assisted living for four years and kept putting off my administrator certification. Ben’s 80-hour program made it finally happen. The live Zoom format was clear and organized, and having an actual RCFE operator teaching the class made all the difference. Passed the exam on my first try.”
James Head
RCFE Course Graduate
“I was worried the online format would feel disconnected. It didn’t. Ben was present, available, and genuinely invested in whether we understood the material. The study guides were thorough and I felt prepared going into the exam. Highly recommend to anyone serious about getting certified.”
Your RCFE career starts HERE.
Join the next cohort and leave with the knowledge, credentials, and confidence to pass the state exam and open your facility. CDSS-approved. Live instruction. Real support.
Start today. Call or text 213-828-0202 · info@alsocal.com