Study Guide for The California ARF
Administrator Certification | 135
Complete Questions with Correct
Detailed Answers | 100% Correct
This California Adult Residential Facility (ARF) Administrator Certification Exam Questions
covers California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Divisions 6 (General) and 8 (ARF-
specific, Chapter 6). Key areas include resident rights, admission/retention, care/supervision,
medication, staff training, and facility safety. Candidates must pass with 70%+, hold a
criminal record clearance, and have completed a 35-hour Initial Certification Training
Program (ICTP).
Key Exam Content Areas (Title 22 Regulations)
Administrative Requirements: Licensing, reporting, and operating procedures.
Resident Care & Rights: Confidentiality, dignity, and abuse reporting.
Facility Standards: Safety, food service, and, environmental requirements.
Medication Management: Proper storage, assistance, and documentation.
Personnel: Training, qualifications, and staff-to-resident ratios.
Study Resources and Strategies
Regulation Study: The primary source for the exam is the California Department of Social
Services (CDSS) Title 22, Division 6.
Practice Tests: Utilize resources like Careprovider Residential Training Services, Docsity, and
Quizlet to familiarize with exam-style, scenario-based questions.
Key Topics to Focus On:
Timeframes: Reporting requirements for incidents (e.g., injuries, deaths).
Staffing: Qualifications for Night Supervision (10 PM to 7 AM).
Resident Needs: Understanding psychosocial and physical care needs.
Facility Rules: Prohibitions on using client bedrooms as passageways.
Ultimate Guide for YR. 2026/2027
1
, Quiz_________________?
ARF rooms approved for non-ambulatory residents can be used
for __________________________ residents. 80010(b)(1) -
Answer
Non-ambulatory and ambulatory
Quiz_________________?
ARF licensees shall reveal what in each or all advertisements,
publications, or announcements made with the intent to attract
residents? 80011(A)(1)(a) -
Answer
License number
Quiz_________________?
Disaster drills shall be conducted in ARF homes at least once
___________________________. 80023(d) -
Answer
Every 6 months
2
, Quiz_________________?
What must licensees do when they change the conditions or
limitations described on their license, such as location or
capacity? -
Answer
File a new licensing application
Quiz_________________?
A follow-up visit shall be conducted to determine compliance
with the plan of correction specified in the notice of deficiency
within __________________________ unless the licensee
has demonstrated by some other means that the deficiency was
corrected as required. 80053(a)(1) -
Answer
10 working days
Quiz_________________?
What is the timeline for an ARF to report a special incident to
Community Care Licensing by fax or telephone? 80061(b) -
Answer
By the next working day during CCL's normal business hours
3
, Quiz_________________?
The licensee has ___________________________ days to
mail a Special Incident Report to Community Care Licensing?
80061(b) -
Answer
7 days
Quiz_________________?
How long does the licensee have to report a change of their
CEO or Licensee's mailing address? 80061(c)(2)(3) -
Answer
10 working days
Quiz_________________?
How long does the licensee have to report a change in the
ARF's plan of operation? 80061(c)(4) -
Answer
10 working days
4
Administrator Certification | 135
Complete Questions with Correct
Detailed Answers | 100% Correct
This California Adult Residential Facility (ARF) Administrator Certification Exam Questions
covers California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Divisions 6 (General) and 8 (ARF-
specific, Chapter 6). Key areas include resident rights, admission/retention, care/supervision,
medication, staff training, and facility safety. Candidates must pass with 70%+, hold a
criminal record clearance, and have completed a 35-hour Initial Certification Training
Program (ICTP).
Key Exam Content Areas (Title 22 Regulations)
Administrative Requirements: Licensing, reporting, and operating procedures.
Resident Care & Rights: Confidentiality, dignity, and abuse reporting.
Facility Standards: Safety, food service, and, environmental requirements.
Medication Management: Proper storage, assistance, and documentation.
Personnel: Training, qualifications, and staff-to-resident ratios.
Study Resources and Strategies
Regulation Study: The primary source for the exam is the California Department of Social
Services (CDSS) Title 22, Division 6.
Practice Tests: Utilize resources like Careprovider Residential Training Services, Docsity, and
Quizlet to familiarize with exam-style, scenario-based questions.
Key Topics to Focus On:
Timeframes: Reporting requirements for incidents (e.g., injuries, deaths).
Staffing: Qualifications for Night Supervision (10 PM to 7 AM).
Resident Needs: Understanding psychosocial and physical care needs.
Facility Rules: Prohibitions on using client bedrooms as passageways.
Ultimate Guide for YR. 2026/2027
1
, Quiz_________________?
ARF rooms approved for non-ambulatory residents can be used
for __________________________ residents. 80010(b)(1) -
Answer
Non-ambulatory and ambulatory
Quiz_________________?
ARF licensees shall reveal what in each or all advertisements,
publications, or announcements made with the intent to attract
residents? 80011(A)(1)(a) -
Answer
License number
Quiz_________________?
Disaster drills shall be conducted in ARF homes at least once
___________________________. 80023(d) -
Answer
Every 6 months
2
, Quiz_________________?
What must licensees do when they change the conditions or
limitations described on their license, such as location or
capacity? -
Answer
File a new licensing application
Quiz_________________?
A follow-up visit shall be conducted to determine compliance
with the plan of correction specified in the notice of deficiency
within __________________________ unless the licensee
has demonstrated by some other means that the deficiency was
corrected as required. 80053(a)(1) -
Answer
10 working days
Quiz_________________?
What is the timeline for an ARF to report a special incident to
Community Care Licensing by fax or telephone? 80061(b) -
Answer
By the next working day during CCL's normal business hours
3
, Quiz_________________?
The licensee has ___________________________ days to
mail a Special Incident Report to Community Care Licensing?
80061(b) -
Answer
7 days
Quiz_________________?
How long does the licensee have to report a change of their
CEO or Licensee's mailing address? 80061(c)(2)(3) -
Answer
10 working days
Quiz_________________?
How long does the licensee have to report a change in the
ARF's plan of operation? 80061(c)(4) -
Answer
10 working days
4
