PA Personal Care Home Administrator Examination Practice Questions And Correct Answers Exam

PA Personal Care Home
Administrator Examination Practice
Questions And Correct Answers
EXAM
Section 1: Regulatory Framework & Licensing

Q1. Under 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600, a Personal Care Home
(PCH) is defined as a premise where accommodations are
provided for a fee to how many or more adults?

A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Chapter 2600 defines a PCH as a premise operated for
profit or not-for-profit that provides accommodations for a fee
to four or more adults who are not relatives of the operator and
who require assistance or supervision in activities of daily living
(ADLs).




Q2. Which Pennsylvania regulation is the primary regulatory
framework for Personal Care Homes?

, A) 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2380
B) 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600
C) 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3800
D) 28 Pa. Code Chapter 201

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 is the primary regulatory
framework governing Personal Care Homes in Pennsylvania. It
establishes licensing requirements, staffing standards, resident
rights, and operational standards. The Department of Human
Services (DHS) is the administrative authority.




Q3. What is the required passing score for the PCHA
competency test?

A) 80% or higher
B) 70% or higher
C) 75% or higher
D) 90% or higher

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: In accordance with 55 Pa. Code § 2600.64(a)(3),
individuals must successfully complete the test with a passing
score of 80 or higher.