Credentialing for health care leaders: an overview of ACHE's FACHE credential and its contributions to the health care management field.
The American College of Healthcare Executives' (ACHE's) credentialing program for health care executives has evolved to match the changing role of the health care leader, the health care environment and other external factors. The FACHE credential signifies board certification in health care management. Those who obtain the credential are referred to as ACHE Fellows. There are rigorous requirements for achieving the credential--including passing an exam based on the competencies necessary to perform the role of hospital administrator--as well as recertification requirements. ACHE's voluntary credentialing program contributes to the professionalism of the health care management field and supports lifelong learning and leaders' commitment to excellence in health care management.
American College of Healthcare Executives, Chicago, USA.
Deborah J
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Bowen
Cynthia A
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Hahn
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