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Become a FACHE.

Become a recognized leader among executives in healthcare management by becoming a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives®.

 We set the benchmark for board certification in healthcare management.

The FACHE credential brings continuous value to you as a healthcare leader, to your organization and to your community. The credential:

  • Provides recognition as a leader amoung leaders in healthcare management

  • Demostrates your competency in all areas of healthcare management

  • Signifies your lifelong commitment to change and improvement

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  • Membership

    Be a current Member with three years tenure as an ACHE Member, Faculty Associate or International Associate. Student Associate membership does not count toward tenure.

    Be a current Member with three years tenure as an ACHE Member, Faculty Associate or International Associate. Student Associate membership does not count toward tenure.

  • Advance Degree

    Earn a master's degree (or other post-baccalaureate degree). A copy of your diploma or final conferred transcript is required

  • Management Experience

    Currently hold an executive healthcare management position AND have a minimum of five years of healthcare management experience. A copy of your job description, organizational chart and resume is required.

  • References

    Obtain two references.

    The first reference is a structured interview, either face-to-face or by telephone, between you and a current Fellow.

    The second reference is in written form, and should come from another current Fellow, or a senior leader within your organization. The name of each individual providing a reference on your behalf is required for your application.

  • Continuing Education

    Complete a minimum of 36 continuing education hours related to healthcare management and administration within the three years prior to submitting an application (12 hours must be ACHE Face-to-Face education).

  • Volunteer Activity

    Complete four volunteer activities within the three years prior to submitting an application. Two of these activities must be community/civic and two of these must be healthcare-related activities

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The FACHE Credential

The FACHE Credential

Exam Preparation

Exam Preparation

Submit your online application form and a $250 application fee.

After your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive an invitation to

register to take the Exam and pay the $225 Exam fee.

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