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Changes to Administrator Certification Training Requirements
PIN 23-14-CCLD – (Changes to Administrator Certification Training Requirements)
Pursuant to the recently passed Assembly Bill (AB) 120, prospective and current Certified Administrators have the option to satisfy live training requirements for Initial Certification Training Programs (ICTP) and Continuing Education Training Programs (CETP) via Department-approved in-person or live-stream training. Additionally, AB 120 clarifies the requirements for individuals seeking certification or recertification as an ARFPSHN Administrator. Please refer to PIN 23-14-CCLD for more information regarding the changes to the administrator certification training requirements, including changes to course format terminology.
Administrators and vendors are encouraged to become familiar with the amendments to Health and Safety Code sections 1522.41, 1562.3, 1567.50, and 1569.616.
Notice: Changes to Administrator Certification Program Fees Effective July 1, 2024
Changes to the Administrator Certification Program (ACP) fees are effective July 1, 2024. These changes affect prospective and certified administrators of Adult Residential Facilities, Group Homes, Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Programs and ACP training vendors.
These increases will be the last change to the ACP fees in accordance with the fee schedule established under Assembly Bill (AB) 135. Please refer to Provider Information Notice PIN 21-11-CCLD – Changes to Administrator Certification Program Fees for more information regarding the changes to ACP fees.
Administrators and vendors are encouraged to review this information to ensure that the correct fee amounts are being submitted. See table below for vendor specific changes effective July 1, 2024.
Vendor Application Fees
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Application
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Current Fee Amount
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Fee Amount Effective July 1, 2024
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Vendor Initial Application, Initial Certification Training Program (ICTP)
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$195
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$210
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Vendor Renewal Application (ICTP)
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$195
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$210
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Vendor Initial Application, Continuing Education Training Program (CETP)
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$130
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$140
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Vendor Renewal Application (CETP)
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$130
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$140
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Vendor Course Fees (CETP)
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$10 per unit
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$10 per unit, no increase
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The ACB has developed a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) resource for vendors. If you have any questions regarding fee changes, please submit your questions to ACSVendorInfo@dss.ca.gov.
Vendor Information – Application Processing
The ACB encourages vendors to submit vendor applications, course requests, change of instructor requests, rosters, etc., using the Vendor Automation Platform. The platform allows vendors to track submissions and receive ACB notices confirming the transaction.
Registering to access the system is free and easy. A one-time registration for your vendorship will be required upon your first use of service. Registering for an account does not mean you are an approved vendor.
If you have questions or wish to share feedback on the Vendor Automation Platform, contact the Administrator Certification Bureau – Vendor Support and Review Unit at: ACSVendorInfo@dss.ca.gov.
Click the following link to register and sign-in to the platform:
Vendor Automation Platform
Application Processing Fees
Credit card payments for application processing fees are only available for applications submitted online through the Vendor Automation Platform. For any Vendor Applications or Request for Course Approvals submitted via postal mail, please send a check or money order with the corresponding Notice of Payment Information below.
- Use the following document to submit identifying vendor information with your payment:
Note: Paper applications with identifying vendor information must be mailed to the ACB at:
CDSS – ACB
744 P Street, MS 9-15-807
Sacramento, CA 95814
ATTN: Vendor Support and Review Unit
If you have questions or wish to share feedback on the service, contact ACSVendorInfo@dss.ca.gov.
Vendor Resources
For general information or questions, contact the Vendor Help Desk:
ACSVendorInfo@dss.ca.gov
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