Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Practice Test

The administrator for a facility licensed for what number of residents must have at least 1 year of experience providing care to the elderly?

1. 1-6

2. 6-15

3. 16-49

4. 50+

The correct answer is: 16-49

The requirement for an administrator to have at least one year of experience providing care to the elderly specifically applies to facilities licensed for 16-49 residents. This regulation stems from the understanding that as the number of residents increases, the complexity and demands of care also rise. Administrators in these facilities are responsible for coordinating services, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, all of which benefit significantly from prior experience in elderly care. The threshold of 16 residents indicates that the facility is of a size where operational oversight requires a deeper understanding of both the care needs of the elderly population and the legislative requirements governing such facilities. In contrast, smaller facilities (1-6 or 6-15 residents) might not necessitate the same level of administrative complexity and may therefore have less stringent requirements regarding experience.