Why should I join ACHE?

We Connect You – with people who will matter in your life now and for years to come.

We Help You Succeed – with tools and guidance to realize your potential and achieve your personal and professional best.

We Provide Lifelong Learning – with programs and experiences to embrace the power of knowledge during every stage of your career.

We Help You Advance – with a unique opportunity to achieve the distinction of board certification in healthcare management.

We Foster Leadership Excellence – with an unwavering commitment to elevate established and emerging leaders into exceptional leaders.

As an ACHE Member, you can benefit from ACHE's unique array of programs and activities, unmatched by any other association, including board certification, complimentary ACHE subscriptions, member directory, job center, Leader-to-Leader Rewards program, reduced fee continuing education, research studies, book savings, member online website services and online education.

What is FACHE?

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

• Provides recognition as a leader among leaders in healthcare management

• Demonstrates your competency in all areas of healthcare management

• Signifies your lifelong commitment to change and improvement

Eligibility requirements include Membership, Advanced Degree, Healthcare Management Experience, References, Continuing Education, and Volunteer Activity.

After your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive an invitation to register to take the Exam and pay the $225 Exam fee. Passing the Exam is the final step to earning FACHE.

How do I join ACHE?

To be eligible for Member status, you must have:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• An interest in or commitment to the profession of healthcare management

What benefits can the local chapter offer me at the different stages of my career as an early, mid- and senior careerist?

By joining and becoming involved in our local ACHECF chapter you gain the following benefits:

• Connect to Network – Meet local healthcare associates and executives in the Central Florida area.

• Connect to Learn and Advance – We provide information sessions, networking opportunities and educational programs in Central Florida to help you become and maintain your FACHE credentials.

• Connect to Lead – We support your growth into new leadership roles with volunteer opportunities, career management resources and educational programs.

I recently joined ACHE, how do I get involved?

Join us at our next New Member Orientation POWER UP!

Learn about the benefits of chapter membership:

• Access to chapter resources

• Opportunities for leadership development, networking, and face-to-face credit hours

• Preparation for the Board of Governors exam

Become a National or Chapter Mentor or Mentee.