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Looking for training, tools, and resources to support your Adult Foster Care operations? The Michigan Adult Foster Care Division has developed a variety of trainings, technical assistance materials, policy guidance, checklists, videos, and other resources to help AFC providers understand licensing requirements and maintain compliance with the Adult Foster Care Licensing Act and administrative rules. In this video, we highlight many of the educational resources available to AFC providers.
Adult Foster Care Training Requirements
R 400.623 Applicant, licensee and administrator qualifications; licensee, administrator and staff requirements; parole or probation or
convicted of felony.
(2) An applicant, licensee, and administrator shall be competent in all of the following areas:
(a) Nutrition. *
(b) First aid.
(c) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
(d) Foster care, as defined in the act.
(e) Safety and fire prevention.
(f) Financial and administrative management.
(g) Knowledge of the needs of the population to be served.
(h) Resident rights. *
(i) Prevention and containment of communicable diseases. *
(j) Medication administration. *
R 400.627 Licensee and administrator training requirements.
(1) A licensee and administrator shall complete annual training based on the license issue date, the educational requirements specified in subdivision (a) or (b) of this subrule, or a combination that totals 16 hours:
(a) 16 hours of training accepted by the department that is relevant to the licensee's admission policy and program statement.
(b) 6 credit hours at an accredited college or university in an area that is relevant to the licensee's admission policy and program statement as accepted by the department.
(2) A licensee and administrator shall complete the department training titled “AFC New Provider Training” * within 6 months of the initial license being issued or within 6 months of being hired as applicable. If an individual has documentation of completing this training previously, they are not required to take this training again.
(3) The department may prescribe additional training if substantial noncompliance with the act or these rules is evident.
R 400.629 Direct care staff; qualifications and training.
(5) A licensee or administrator shall provide in-service training or make training available through other sources to direct care staff. Direct care staff shall be trained and competent in all of the following areas before performing assigned tasks independently:
(a) Reporting requirements. *
(b) First aid.
(c) CPR, including hands-on demonstration as part of the training.
(d) Personal care, supervision, and protection. *
(e) Resident rights. *
(f) Safety and fire prevention.
(g) Prevention & containment of communicable diseases. *
(h) Food safety (food storage, preparation, distribution, & serving in a safe manner) *
(i) Nutrition and special diets. *
R 400.675 Resident medications.
(4) A licensee, administrator, or direct care staff shall comply with the following when supervising the taking of medication by a resident:
(a) Be trained in the proper handling and administration of medication.*
Training can be provided by the licensee or administrator, using relevant training videos or other training resources. Exception is CPR. Acceptable sources of training include but are not limited to local public health departments, local cooperative extension services, local community colleges, nutrition training provided by LARA-BCHS or Department of Health and Human Services.
The AFC Division also offers training videos, quizzes, and/or virtual online training on all areas above in bold and marked with a *
Providers may use the “AFC Provider Training Attestation” Form to access these training videos and quizzes, as well as to document and track completed training. We suggest providers keep a copy of this completed form in employee records.
The division also compiled lists of outside training resources related to AFC. Training on these lists do not constitute an endorsement of any particular trainer, training company, or their consultative or other services, and can be located here:
Organizations or individuals interested in having their training considered for inclusion on our website must complete the Training Provider Submission & Attestation form. Please review the attestation statement on the form carefully before signing.
The form must be signed, dated, and include the title of the individual completing the form.
Once completed, please email the signed form to: LARA-BCHSLicensingUnit@michigan.gov
At the BCHS Provider Training YouTube Channel, providers can find free resources and training videos related to codes, rules, acts, and "best practices". Training topics include, Prevention and Containment of Communicable Diseases, Nutrition and Food Services, Resident Care, Supervision and Protection, Medication Management, Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans, and much, much more!
Click HERE to access the BCHS Provider Training Channel!
AFC Home New Provider Training
The Adult Foster Care Division is excited to provide the ongoing “AFC Home New Provider Training”. This FREE virtual training is a great opportunity for new licensees, licensee designees, administrators, and home managers. Training topics include:
- Wage and Hour laws for AFC Homes
- Required Resident Forms in AFC Group Homes
- Direct Care Staffing Requirements, Qualifications, and Training in AFC Group Homes
- Direct Care Staff Record Clearances
- What to Expect during a Renewal Inspection and Special Investigation
- Corrective Action Plans
This training meets the requirements of AFC administrative licensing rule 400.627(3). Licensees, licensee designees, and administrators can also earn 4 hours toward their annual required training, as indicated in AFC administrative licensing rule 400.627(1)(a). Participants must be a licensed AFC Home provider or currently affiliated with a licensed AFC Home to attend. Due to limited space, individuals cannot attend this training more than once a year.
Upcoming 2026 Training Dates:
September 23, 2026
November 18, 2026
Registration for the AFC Home New Provider Training will be announced through GovDelivery and typically opens approximately one month prior to the training date. We encourage providers to subscribe to BCHS announcements and alerts to receive timely information about registration, training opportunities, and other important updates.
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Medication Administration Rules and Best Practices in AFC Homes
The Adult Foster Care Division is excited to provide the ongoing “Medication Administration Rules and Best Practices in AFC Homes Training! This is a FREE and exciting virtual training opportunity for licensees, administrators, and direct care staff members who pass medications in AFC Homes.
AFC staff members who complete the virtual training, post-training quiz, and the Medication Administration Skills Training & Competency Checklist will meet the requirements of AFC administrative licensing rules 400.623(2)(j) & R 400.675(4)(a)
Licensees, licensee designees, and administrators can also earn 4 hours toward their annual required training, as indicated in AFC administrative licensing rule 400.627(1)(a). Participants must be a licensed AFC Home provider or currently affiliated with a licensed AFC Home to attend. Due to limited space, individuals cannot attend this training more than once a year.
Upcoming 2026 Training Dates:
August 19, 2026
October 21, 2026
December 16, 2026
Registration for the Medication Administration Rules and Best practices in AFC Homes training will be announced through GovDelivery and typically opens approximately one month prior to the training date. We encourage providers to subscribe to BCHS announcements and alerts to receive timely information about registration, training opportunities, and other important updates.
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