Administrator Certification Training
State-approved initial certification courses for California, Oklahoma and Michigan, taught live on Zoom by Dr. Stephan Scoggins, RN, MPH, PhD. Pick your state, see what’s included, and register in a few minutes.
Each state sets its own requirements. Start with the state where you plan to work.
RCFE & ARF Administrator
The ONLY, State-approved, ONLINE via Zoom, Evening, Part-time initial RCFE and ARF certification program. Approved by California Department of Social Services.
3 courses · from $99
RC/AL Administrator
Residential Care/Assisted Living Initial Certification Training Program. Approved by Oklahoma Department of Social Services.
$375 per module · $1,500 total
AFC Administrator
Adult Foster Care administrator training. [Program details to confirm]
[Price TBC] · [Start date TBC]
Tuition, format and class dates, side by side.
| State | Course | Format | Length | Tuition | 2026 class dates | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | RCFE Initial Training Program (ICTP) | Online via Zoom, evenings + 20 hrs self-paced video | 80 hours | $599.00 | Jan 6 · Apr 1 · Jul 7 · Oct 1 | Register |
| California | ARF Initial Training Program (ICTP) | Online via Zoom, evenings | [TBC] | $399.00 | See California calendar | Register |
| California | NHA to RCFE | [TBC] | [TBC] | $99.00 | See California calendar | Register |
| Oklahoma | RC/AL Initial Certification Training Program (ICTP) | Online/Livestream via Zoom, part-time, evenings | 15 livestream classes | $375 per module ($1,500 total) | Oct 4 – Nov 22 | Register |
| Michigan | AFC Administrator | [TBC] | [TBC] | [TBC] | Coming soon | Get notified |
All major payment methods are accepted, including credit cards, Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle. All classes are NON-REFUNDABLE.
California
This is the ONLY, State-approved, ONLINE via Zoom, Evening, Part-time initial RCFE and ARF certification program.
Our Residential Care for the Elderly ICTP is for anyone who wants to enter the rapidly growing field of assisted living and residential care management. This RCFE Initial Certification Training Program (ICTP) meets California DSS’ training requirements and prepares you to pass the state exam. Topics covered include client care, medications, staffing, clinical needs, management and regulations.
$599.00
Residential Care for the Elderly. 80 hours: 20 hours of self-paced online training videos plus 15 livestream classes.
$399.00
Adult Residential Facility administrator certification. [Hours to confirm]
$99.00
For licensed Nursing Home Administrators. [Format and hours to confirm]
To become a Certified RCFE and ARF Administrator you must meet the qualifications outlined in regulation 87405. This includes being at least 21 years of age; having a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; and having the knowledge and ability to meet regulatory requirements and provide care and supervision. Administrators in communities of more than 15 residents must meet additional education requirements.
From 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
This 80-hour Initial Administrator Certification for the Residential Care for the Elderly Course requires you to complete 20 hours of self-paced online training videos that will be emailed to you, along with 15 livestream classes, which totals the required 80 hours. You must attend each class and be in FULL camera view to get credit for attendance. All attendees start and end on the same dates and times.
Oklahoma
Esteem’s Residential Care/Assisted Living (RC/AL) Initial Certification Training Program is for anyone who wants to enter the rapidly growing field of assisted living and residential care management. This RC/AL Initial Certification Training Program (ICTP) meets Oklahoma’s DSS’ training requirements and prepares you to pass the state exam and NAB. Topics covered include client care, medications, staffing, clinical needs, management and Oklahoma regulations for assisted living and residential care.
$375 per module
$1,500 total. In an effort to provide a pathway of affordability, this course is divided into modules, allowing for the option of individual payments per module.
The cost for the course is only $375 per module ($1,500 total) and can be paid by Zelle (760-969-8050), Cash App ($Esteem1), Venmo (@Stephan-Scoggins) or PayPal (esteem@roadrunner). We now also accept all major credit cards. This is a non-refundable course. Terms & Conditions
To become a Certified RC/AL Administrator you must meet the qualifications outlined in the regulations. At least 21 years of age; having a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. One of the following: At least 1 consecutive year of health care experience OR At least 30 college semester hours in a healthcare related field of study. Additionally, all candidates are required to have the knowledge and ability to meet regulatory requirements and provide care and supervision.
This RC/AL Initial Administrator Certification Course allows you to complete the entire program, part-time, evenings, online training, which will be satisfied via 15 livestream classes, held from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Additionally, unless exempt, we conveniently have the required Medication Administration Technicians course, immediately following the RC/AL course. You must attend each class and be in FULL camera view to get credit for attendance.
Michigan · Coming soon
Adult Foster Care administrator training for Michigan. [Program description, approval, format, hours and tuition…]
Want to know as soon as dates and registration open? Send us a quick note and we’ll reach out.
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Pick one or several. Registering a group? One person can register and pay for everyone.
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All major payment methods are accepted, including credit cards, Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Your welcome letter, course manual, materials and Zoom link are emailed as soon as payment goes through.
All major payment methods are accepted, including credit cards, Cash App, Venmo, and Zelle.
Cash App
$Esteem1
Venmo
@Stephan-Scoggins
Zelle
760-969-8050
Phone Number: (760) 969-8050 · Recipient Name: Esteem Productions Corporation
All classes are NON-REFUNDABLE. Terms & Conditions
CEO/Course Presenter
Dr. Stephan Scoggins is a RN, MPH, PhD and has been a vendor in the State of California as an approved provider for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and Adult Residential Facilities. He holds a California RCFE Administrator’s Certification. After caring for his mother in 2019, Dr. Scoggins opened his own RCFE in Palm Springs, CA, solely as a tribute to his mother. Now, returning to his hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma, he is very pleased to be an approved pre-licensure trainer to provide the required instruction that will assist others in opening safe and competent homes, to duplicate the loving care and compassion that he was able to provide his mother.
Study ahead
Dr. Scoggins’ book, a companion to the California courses.
Classes are livestreamed on Zoom. The California RCFE course also includes 20 hours of self-paced online training videos that will be emailed to you.
Yes. You must attend each class and be in FULL camera view to get credit for attendance.
Yes. One person can register and pay for a whole group in a single checkout. We still collect each attendee’s details.
The Oklahoma RC/AL course is divided into modules, allowing for the option of individual payments of $375 per module. [Installment options for California courses to confirm]
All classes are NON-REFUNDABLE. Please review our Terms & Conditions before registering.
Yes, unless you are a CMA or a nurse. We conveniently have the required Medication Administration Technicians course immediately following the RC/AL course.
Questions before you register?
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