AFH Workforce Funding Program

Fully Funded Certifications for
Your Caregiving Team

We fully fund caregiver certification, specialty training, and AFH
administrative training for Resident Care Managers

Our Mission

To empower the caregiving community through education, operational excellence, and advocacy.

The AFH Workforce Academy

To strengthen the industry through high-quality caregiver training.

Create Operational Success

To help Adult Family Homes build confident teams and improve daily operations.

Industry Advancements

Advancing the Adult Family Home industry through education and stronger standards.

How It Works

We partner with Adult Family Homes to fully fund caregiver certification, specialty training, and AFH administrative
education for Resident Care Managers.

Step 1

Confirm Eligibility

Confirm your AFH qualifies for the program

Check Eligibility Requirements
Step 2

Enrol Your Caregivers

Enroll your caregiver to begin training and certification

Enrol a Caregiver
Step 3

Strengthen Your Workforce

Your caregivers complete training and return certified, confident, and prepared to support residents.

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Step 4

Receive Reimbursement

Receive reimbursement for your caregiver’s training and retention.

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Core Certification Programs

Essential certifications for caregivers and AFH staff, fully funded through our workforce
scholarship program.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

150 hours

Entry-level certification for caregivers, covering basic care skills, safety, and professionalism.

Home Care Aide (HCA) Certification

75 hours

Advanced certification for nursing assistants, including clinical skills and patient care.

AFH Administrator Training

60 hours

Administrative training for AFH managers, covering regulations, operations, and compliance.

Specialty Courses

These specialty courses are also eligible for scholarship funding.

Specialty Course

8 CEU hours

Dementia

Specialty dementia training for AFH and Assisted Living professionals, covering communication strategies, behavioral support, medication considerations, and daily living care approaches.

Topics Covered:
  • Understanding Dementia

  • Communication Strategies

  • Managing Behaviors and Symptoms

  • Safety and Daily Care Support

Specialty Course

8 CEU hours

Mental Health

Specialty mental health training for AFH and Assisted Living professionals, covering behavioral support, crisis response, medication awareness, and person-centered care approaches.

Topics Covered:
  • Introduction to Mental Disorders

  • Caregiving for Individuals with Mental Illness

  • Suicide Prevention and Crisis Awareness

  • Communication and Managing Challenging Behaviors

Specialty Course

9 CEU hours

Nurse Delegation

Specialty nurse delegation training for AFH and Assisted Living professionals, covering safe medication administration, task delegation, documentation, and compliance with care standards.

Topics Covered:
  • Nurse Delegation Laws and Roles

  • Medication Assistance and Administration

  • Client Care and Health Monitoring

  • Delegated Nursing Tasks and Procedures

Specialty Course

3 CEU hours

Nurse Delegation - Special Focus On Diabetes

Nurse delegation training focused on diabetes care for AFH and Assisted Living professionals, covering glucose monitoring, insulin administration, and safe management practices.

Topics Covered:
  • Understanding Diabetes

  • Blood Glucose Monitoring

  • Recognizing and Responding Emergencies

  • Diabetes Care Tasks Under Nurse Delegation

Adult Family Home Providers

Get Reimbursed While Your Caregiver Trains

When your caregiver participates in and completes an approved HCA or CNA training program, we provide a training participation allowance to support their time in training.

This allowance may be used to:

  • Reimburse wages while your caregiver is in training
  • Offer a completion bonus once certification is achieved
  • Provide sign-on or retention incentives for qualified staff

Reduce staffing strain while supporting your team’s growth and strengthening your workforce for long-term sustainability — Improve the quality of care giving, strengthen your HR program and reduce turnover.

Adult Family Home Providers
Comprehensive Workforce Solutions

HR & Workforce Development for Adult Family Homes

Beyond scholarships, we provide comprehensive HR and workforce development services to strengthen your entire operation. From recruitment to retention, we deliver tailored solutions designed specifically for Adult Family Homes.

HR Support & Strategic Guidance

Expert consultation on workforce planning, employee relations, compliance management, and policy development tailored to the unique needs of Adult Family Homes.

Caregiver Recruitment Services

Access our network of qualified caregivers and streamline your hiring process with targeted recruitment campaigns designed to attract top talent to your facility.

Job Listing Management

Professional job posting services across multiple platforms, ensuring your openings reach qualified candidates actively seeking caregiving positions in Washington State.

Candidate Screening & Vetting

Comprehensive pre-screening services including background checks, credential verification, and skills assessment to ensure you hire qualified, reliable caregivers.

AFH providers, ready to enroll your caregiver?

Access fully funded training and certifications designed to strengthen your caregiving team and support the success of your Adult Family Home.