Section 16.03.19.100 - CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSAn individual is required to obtain certification to operate a CFH under Section 39-3512, Idaho Code.
01.Certification Limitations. The Department cannot certify or maintain the certification of any individual who:a. Charges room or board to any person who is not a resident, full-time staff, or a relative under these rules. A variance may be granted by the Department under Section 39-3505(3), Idaho Code.b. Holds a current license for a children's foster home, unless a variance is granted by the Department under Section 39-3505(4), Idaho Code.c. Is appointed, is a relative of, or resides in the home with the legal guardian of the resident, except if any of the aforementioned is a relative of the resident. A variance may be granted by the Department when it is determined the guardianship is in the best interest of the resident.d. Is absent from the CFH for more than thirty (30) consecutive days when the home has an admitted resident.e. Has a primary residence somewhere other than the CFH.02.Certification Study. Following receipt of an acceptable application and other required documents, the Department will begin a certification study within thirty (30) days. The certification study will serve as the basis for issuing a certificate. The study will include the following:a. A review of all material submitted;c. An interview with the applicant;d. An interview with the applicant's relatives or other household members, when deemed necessary;e. A review of the care needs of other household members to evaluate the ability of the applicant to meet the needs of the resident;f. A medical or psychological examination of the applicant or staff, when the Department determines it is necessary, including a statement from a healthcare professional that the individual has the ability to adequately care for the resident and ensure a safe living environment;g. Proof that the applicant or their spouse has a legal right to occupy the home and has control of the premises (e.g., a lease, deed, or mortgage for the property); andh. Other information necessary to verify that the home complies with these rules.03.Provider Training Requirements. As a condition of initial certification, the applicant must receive training in the following areas: b. Certification in first aid and adult Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) which must be kept current and include hands-on skills training;d. Fire safety, including use and maintenance of fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors;e. Unless a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, physician's assistant, or medical doctor, completion of a Department-approved medications course through an Idaho technical college; andf. Complaint investigation and inspection procedures.Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.19.100