Adult Family Home Administrator Training   

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

Adult Family Home (AFH) Administrator Training – DSHS Approved

This 54-hour course meets the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) training requirement for Adult Family Home (AFH) providers. Instruction is led by professionals with experience on the Adult Family Home Council of Washington State. The course is recommended for Resident Managers but not mandatory. Successful completion results in a DSHS Certificate of Completion.

Course Details

• Registration: Students must register using their legal first and last name.
• ID Requirement: Valid photo identification is required on the first day of class.
• Attendance: Full attendance (all 54 hours) is required to earn the certificate.

Course Format

• Delivery: Online via Zoom and Canvas (Highline College’s learning platform).
• Technology: A desktop or laptop is required. Tablets and phones are not supported.
• Canvas Setup: Students will be required before the 1st day of class to set up their Highline Canvas account. Instructions for accessing Canvas will be sent 7–10 days before the course begins. The activation letter will be sent to the email address you included in your registration.

Course Materials

• Textbook: A PDF will be provided via email. Hard copies are available for pickup at the Continuing Education office (23609 Pacific Hwy S, Suite #202, Des Moines, WA 98198).

For official DSHS training guidelines, please refer to the DSHS website.

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

DSHS-Approved Dementia Care Training

This course provides an overview of dementia and strategies for effective care, following Washington State DSHS guidelines. A Certificate of Completion is awarded with a score of 80% or higher and may count toward DSHS CE hours (must be used within the same calendar year).

DSHS Requirements:

• Register with your legal name
• Show photo ID at class start
• Use Zoom on a desktop or laptop (phones/tablets not allowed)
• Keep video/audio on and visible during class
• Zoom link sent 5–7 days prior

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

DSHS-Approved Diabetes Care Training

Diabetes is a growing health concern in the U.S. and adds complexity to caregiving in long-term care. This DSHS-approved course addresses key challenges including insulin management, nutrition, exercise, and skincare. A Certificate of Completion is awarded with a score of 80% or higher. May be applied toward DSHS CE hours (must be used within the same calendar year).

Requirements

• Register using your legal first and last name
• Present a valid photo ID at class start
• Use Zoom on a desktop or laptop (phones/tablets not allowed)
• Keep video/audio on and in view during class
• Zoom link sent 5–7 days before class

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)

DSHS-Approved Mental Health Training

This course offers a DSHS-approved overview of mental health and teaches effective care strategies for diverse settings. Aligned with Washington State DSHS guidelines, the course awards a Certificate of Completion with a score of 80% or higher. Eligible for DSHS CE hours within the same calendar year.

Requirements

• Register using your legal name
• Present a valid photo ID at class start
• Use Zoom on a desktop or laptop (phones/tablets not allowed)
• Keep video/audio on and in view throughout class
• Zoom link provided 5–7 days before class

New to Zoom? Click the links below for some general tips from Zoom:

How to Join Zoom (3:30)

Configuring Audio & Video (2:40)